Gian Luca’s new (NU) wine is an early bottled, fruity, juicy blend of all his grapes that do not make it into his varietal wines. It is bottled in 1L bottles and sealed under crown cap rather than cork. The style is one of accessibility and charm, with a classic Piedmont profile of brambly dark fruits and freshness.

The Barbera d'Alba Doc Superior "Greta" is a wine without sulfites with great structure and intensity. Has not undergone any treatment unless the natural fermentation and a maniacal care, first in the vineyard and after in the cellar. The attention to detail is the secret of high quality and concentration of "Greta". This differs from the version without sulfites only a small addition at bottling. The color is deep purple with aromas reminiscent of black cherry, cassis and violet, in the mouth is enveloping warm, full and dense. To be enjoyed at best must be open half an hour before tasting. "Greta" expresses its best quality at a temperature of 18-20 ° C and can be stored for 25 years or more.

After having aged for 18 months in big barrel, our version of Barbera d'Asti Superiore is a wine of great class and expressiveness. This Barbera is produced by accurately selecting the best bunches, they are in fact the last grapes to be hand-picked. A very gentle crushing follows and the fermentation is carried out in steel tanks at controlled temperature. After a wild malolactic ferment, its long period of maturation in 'botte grande' begins. Intense ruby red color, the nose is direct with hints of red berries, ripe cherries, liquorice and menthol notes. On the palate the acidity is distinct and brilliant, tannins are soft and elegant. A powerful wine, but also of immediate pleasure, which best describes the strong connection between us and the landscape. To be enjoyed right now or to be left to rest for several years.

The 1994 Fontanafredda Barbera D'Alba from Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy is an exceptional representation of the region's famed grape variety. On the nose, this wine offers a bouquet of ripe red fruits, including cherries and raspberries, intertwined with delicate floral notes and a hint of spice. On the palate, the wine is lively and well-structured, with a medium body and balanced tannins. The flavours of red fruits continue to dominate, accompanied by a subtle earthiness and a touch of oak. The beautiful ruby red colour of this vintage is a testament to its age, and it is a pleasure to behold in the glass. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering taste of red fruit and a touch of minerality. This 1994 Fontanafredda Barbera D'Alba is a true gem of the Piedmont region, showcasing the expertise and tradition of its producer.

Tasting Impression: Red fruit aromas, silky tannin, smooth

ELIO ALTARE Larigi, Langhe DOC The Elio Altare Langhe Larigi comes from the La Morra region. Only 200-250 dozen bottles are produced each year from Nebbiolo vines planted in 1948 on south and south-east facing slopes. The vineyard is farmed organically, but along traditional lines. In the winery only indigenous yeasts are used and the wine is macerated on skins for 3-4 days in temperature-controlled rotary fermenters. It is matured for 18 months in new French barriques before bottling. The Elio Altare Larigi shows a dense, purple-red colour and intense, persistent aromas of aromas of small red fruits. The palate is typically warm, soft and intense, with red berry flavours, silky tannins and balanced acidity.

ELIO ALTARE La Villa Rosso, Langhe DOC The Elio Altare Langhe La Villa comes from the La Morra sub-region. Only 200-250 dozen bottles are produced each year from Nebbiolo and Barbera grapes planted on south-east facing slopes. The vineyard, on clay and tufa stone soils, is farmed organically, but along traditional lines. The grapes are crushed and then macerated on skins for 3-4 days in temperature-controlled rotary fermenters before fermentation using indigenous yeasts. The wine is matured for 18 months in new French oak barriques before bottling unfined and unfiltered. The Elio Altare La Villa shows an intense, ruby-red colour and equally intense aromas of plums and berries, plus rose petals. The palate typically shows fresh red fruits, balanced tannins and attractive acidity boosted by the Barbera component.