Wine Details

E. Pira E Figli Barbera D'Alba DOC

Of Piedmont’s three principal red grape varieties, Barbera is the most representative of the region, producing a medium-bodied wine that is enjoyable young, but can also age quite well for a few years. This Barbera d’Alba spends more than a year in oak barrels, granting it the “Superiore” designation and making for a more expressive wine. An intense ruby red with violet reflections, red fruits with a hint of spice come through on the nose. A full, round palate is supported by the marked acidity typical of this variety, imparting freshness and a harmonious finish.

Region:

Producer:

E. Pira E Figli (Chiara Boschis)

Classification:

Barbera D'Alba DOC

Variety:

100% Barbera

Number of bottles produced:

8,700 bottles

Production area:

Borgata Conterni (Mosconi), San Giuseppe (Ravera) in Monforte d'Alba, and (Gabutti) in Serralunga d'Alba

Altitude:

350 m

Age of vines:

40 years

Yield:

2,200 kg/ha

Vinification:

Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks for 6-10 days, with temperature about 18-20° C to encourage malolactic fermentation

Refining:

Aging in second and third passage French oak barriques for 16 months, lightly filtered

Alcohol content:

14%

Soil:

Clay lime marls from the tertiary period

Harvest:

Mid-September

First vintage:

2009

Cellar:

E. Pira Chiara Boschis, Barolo

Bottling:

Aged for a minimum of 2 months in bottle

Release:

Spring, 1.5 years after harvest

Recent press reviews

93

E. Pira & Figli Barbera D'Alba DOC 2023

Wine Advocate (93)- "The organic E. Pira e Figli - Chiara Boschis 2023 Barbera d'Alba Superiore is a charming wine that clearly reflects the warmth of the vintage in a successful and expressive way, as Barbera thrives in warm conditions and shows its exuberant side here. Sourced from vineyards in the Langhe where sandy and calcareous soils help preserve acidity, the wine is rich in black fruit, with notes of blackberry and plum alongside a light touch of sweet spice. On the palate, it is generous and soft with good freshness, offering all the qualities needed for a pasta-heavy night with friends."

93

E. Pira & Figli Barbera D'Alba DOC 2022

Jeb Dunnuck (93)- "The 2022 Barbera D'Alba Superioreis slightly deeper ruby red and has a pretty, floral perfume of violets, fresh blackberries, and sweet herbs. The palate has a ripe, yet refreshing and snappy feel, and while it was a hot vintage, this is certainly an example where Barbera can retain its acidity and thrive. It’s crispy and fresh and has a delicate note of oak spice that frames the wine, followed by a lasting perfume on the finish. Drink over the next 10 years."

91

E. Pira & Figli Barbera D'Alba DOC 2022

Falstaff Magazine (91)- "Intense purple red. Cherry fruity nose and further aromas of berries and dark spices. Full-bodied, structured, juicy, lively with good length."