Barbera is a red Italian wine grape variety originally grown in North West Italy that produces good yields and is known for deep color, low tannins and high levels of
acid. It is a popular grape most famously known for the Barbera De Asti, a red wine variety that is very well known in the region of northern Italy and in modern times is the third most planted grape in Italy. The grape itself can produce an acidic wine that has unique flavors which permeates through to delighten the senses with a bitter cherry flavor and hints of spicy notes. In order to combat this tendency of the grape to have low levels of tanins and higher acidic components, many Barbera varieties are put into oak barrels and aged between 2-4 years.
Similarly as with numerous grapes that are generally planted, there is a large assortment of Barbera wines from medium bodied, fruity wines to all the more bold ones. A few of the well known traits, to be specific, are its profound ruby shading, pink edge, detectable levels of tannins and high level of acid. The beautiful color of Barbera makes it a ideal mixing grape and it was truly utilized in the Barolo and Barberesco areas to add a darker hue to the normally light Nebbiolo grape.
At the point when Barbera is treated to barrel aging, it creates an energizing central effect on the science of the wine being matured. The outcome is a superior adjusted wine with a more profound, darker tone and upgraded aromatics and different complexities. Since Barbera is inalienably low in tannins, utilization of oak barrels can give some
genuinely necessary wood tannin to the wine and along these lines upgrading the wine’s structure and intricacy. It additionally mollifies and takes the burr off Barbera’s tart sharpness. The net outcome is a less acidic, better adjusted, milder and more tannic, basement commendable wine.
And as with all of our wines, Barbera comes in two different styles:
Classic Style, this is made in the conventional style of wine making, it is a deep purple hued wine created and matured in a mix of American, French, and Hungarian barrels, Medium toasted to intense, which provides for increased complexity, aging potential, and hints of vanilla notes. It has intense tannins, lower levels of acidity and an unbelievable mouth feel. This wine loves Dark Chocolate.
Natural style, this is made without including any yeast, sulfates or additives. It is unfiltered and totally natural. It has a substantially more gritty, rich flavor yet is smooth and delightful. On the off chance that you experience the ill effects of any cerebral pains after you drink wine, you should try our Natural Style wines.
We are very proud to have this outstanding wine available exclusively for our members. Remember, our wines will NEVER be available in the store.
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If your interested in becoming a Founding member & can get a group of 12 people or more we can do private tastings. Please contact Liz 909-262-5313 or Liz@Tranquilheartvineyard.com for more information.