{"product_id":"manuel-marinacci-barbera-dalba-2021","title":"Manuel Marinacci Barbera d'Alba 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eManuel Marinacci Barbera d'Alba 2021 is a vibrant Piedmont red that showcases the grape’s natural generosity and freshness. Known for its lively fruit character and food-friendly structure, it offers an authentic taste of Barbera from one of Italy’s most respected wine regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby color with youthful purple reflections. The nose is expressive and inviting, with aromas of ripe red cherries, blackberries, plums, and a subtle touch of spice or violet.\n\nOn the palate, Barbera is appreciated for its juicy acidity, smooth texture, and energetic fruit profile, often balanced by soft tannins and a clean, dry finish. The 2021 vintage should be enjoyable young for its brightness and immediacy, though a few years of cellaring can add extra complexity and roundness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarbera d'Alba comes from the Alba area in Piedmont, where limestone- and clay-rich soils help preserve the grape’s freshness while giving the wine depth and structure. Harvesting is typically carried out by hand or with careful selection to ensure healthy fruit, followed by fermentation in stainless steel or neutral vessels to preserve the grape’s pure character and lively aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is a natural match for classic Piedmontese dishes, tomato-based pasta, risotto with mushrooms, roast chicken, grilled sausages, and aged cheeses. Serve slightly below room temperature, around 16–18°C, and decanting is optional but can help open up the wine if enjoyed in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003enull\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bottle Hero","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255270560081,"sku":"XW-59397","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/manuel-marinacci-barbera-d-alba-2021_59397_1_7584fa83-d9ca-446f-b00c-23609e1dd2b0.webp?v=1783458116","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/manuel-marinacci-barbera-dalba-2021","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}