2024 Mariotto - Colli Tortonesi DOC Barbera Monleale (750ml)

Grown exclusively in the Monleale subzone, this 2024 Barbera draws intensity from ancient marl soils comparable to those of Barolo and Barbaresco, while adhering to strict DOC regulations that cap yields at 7,200 kilograms per hectare and enforce a mandatory twenty months of aging.

Third-generation producer Claudio Mariotto manages fifty-four hectares across the Colli Tortonesi hills, dedicating significant acreage to the Derthona micro-zone alongside Barbera, Freisa, Croatina, and Moscato. Extended wood contact softens the wine's naturally firm tannic framework, allowing the bright acidity of the region's clay-limestone terroir to remain front and center.

Tasting Notes

• Visual: Deep ruby red with saturated margins
• Aroma: Persistent bouquet dominated by ripe dark fruit, supported by modest earthy undertones
• Palate: Dry and robust, delivering noticeable power and structural backbone while retaining the crisp freshness characteristic of monleale marl

Suggested Food Pairings

The combination of structural weight and driving acidity makes this Barbera highly versatile with protein-forward dishes. It cuts through richness effectively when served with roasted game or braised beef, balances fatty textures alongside aged cow's milk cheeses, and grounds complex tomato-and-meat sauces common to northern Italian cuisine.