Wine Details

La Spinetta Barbera D'Asti Superiore Ca di Pian DOCG

Though the Barbera grape from Asti usually tends to be crisper and sharper (when compared to the Barbera grape from Alba), the Ca’ di Pian exudes a rich concentration and relatively tame acidity, thanks to 45-year-old vines and low vineyard yields. Aromas of blueberry, wet earth and a hint of orange peel come through, and this Barbera’s full body and intensity are balanced by a silky smooth finish, combining richness with finesse.

Region:

PIEDMONT

Producer:

La Spinetta Piedmont

Varietal:

100% Barbera

Vineyard:

Castagnole and Costigliole, 25 ha, south exposure

Yield:

3,500 bottles/ha

Aging:

Aged in partly new and partly used medium toasted French barriques for 12 months, no filtration or clarifying

Alcohol content:

14.0%

Age of vines:

27-32 years

Production:

80,000 bottles

Soil:

Calcareous

Average altitude:

300 m

Vinification:

Alcoholic fermentation for 7-8 days in temperature controlled roto-fermenters, malolactic fermentation in oak

Harvest:

Beginning to middle of October

First vintage:

1985

Cellar:

La Spinetta, Catagnole Lanze

Bottling:

Transfer to stainless steel vats for 6 months before bottling, aging in bottles for another 2 months

Release:

May, 30 months after harvesting

Recent press reviews

La Spinetta Barbera D'Asti Superiore Ca di Pian DOCG 2018

Vinous Media (90)- "The 2018 Barbera d'Asti Ca' di Pian is plump, juicy and absolutely delicious. Dark cherry, plum, spice and chocolate are all kicked up in this succulent, open-knit Barbera from La Spinetta. Drink it over the next handful of years. As always, the Ca' di Pian overdelivers for the money."

La Spinetta Barbera D'Asti Superiore Ca di Pian DOCG 2017

James Suckling (91)- "A serious red with blackberry and some plum undertones. Dried mushroom, too. It’s full and slightly chewy with a flavorful finish. Drink now."

La Spinetta Barbera D'Asti Superiore Ca di Pian DOCG 2016

Vinous Media (90)- "La Spinetta's 2016 Barbera d'Asti Ca di Pian is soft, plummy and very tasty. I would prefer to drink it over the next few years, while the fruit remains vibrant. Red and purplish berry fruit with a touch of spice is nicely pushed forward by bright acids. The 2016 is absolutely delicious, especially with a little aeration. "

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