2021 Elio Perrone Mongovone Barbera D'Asti Superiore

The 2021 Elio Perrone Mongovone Barbera d'Asti Superiore is a richly expressive red from one of Piedmont’s most respected Barbera specialists. Sourced from prime hillside vineyards in the Barbera d’Asti appellation, this wine captures the grape’s natural vibrancy while adding depth and structure worthy of the “Superiore” designation. It’s a characterful, modern Piedmontese Barbera that balances generosity of fruit with real elegance at the table.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2021 Mongovone shows a deep, intense ruby color with purple highlights, hinting at both concentration and freshness. The nose is vivid and aromatic, with ripe red and black cherries, plums, and wild berries layered over notes of violet, sweet spice, and a subtle touch of cocoa and licorice. On the palate, this Barbera d’Asti Superiore is full-bodied yet energetic, with Barbera’s signature juicy acidity giving lift to the rich, dark fruit. Flavors of black cherry, raspberry compote, and plum are framed by fine-grained tannins and accents of baking spice, tobacco leaf, and a gentle oak sweetness. The finish is long and savory, with a mouthwatering freshness that invites another sip. Enjoyable now for its exuberant fruit, it has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next 5–8 years in bottle.

Production
The Mongovone Barbera d’Asti Superiore is crafted from Barbera grapes grown on sun-exposed Piedmontese hillsides, where calcareous and clay-limestone soils help deliver both ripeness and tension in the fruit. Yields are kept low and the grapes are typically harvested by hand, allowing careful selection of perfectly mature bunches. After gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks to preserve aromatic purity, followed by aging—often in oak barrels or barriques—to add polish, texture, and spice while respecting Barbera’s natural brightness. The result is a structured yet accessible Superiore that showcases the character of its terroir.

Food & Serving
This Barbera d’Asti Superiore is a versatile food wine, shining alongside classic Italian dishes such as tajarin with ragù, lasagne, pizza with cured meats, grilled sausages, or braised beef and lamb. It also pairs beautifully with hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or aged pecorino, and richer mushroom or truffle-based dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight both fruit and complexity. A short decant of 30–45 minutes is recommended, especially in its youth, to allow the aromas and texture to fully open up.

Producer
Elio Perrone is a renowned family domaine in Piedmont, long recognized for its meticulous work with indigenous varieties, particularly Barbera and Moscato. Over the years, the estate has built a reputation for combining traditional vineyard practices with a precise, quality-focused approach in the cellar, resulting in wines that are both expressive and finely crafted. Within the Barbera d’Asti appellation, Elio Perrone is seen as a benchmark producer, consistently delivering character-driven, terroir-focused wines that reflect the rolling hills and distinctive soils of the region.

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