Scarzello Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2022

Scarzello Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2022 is a deeply structured, age-worthy Barbera from the Barolo village, made from old vines in the prized Pajagallo and Sarmassa crus. With extended maceration and at least 12 months in oak, it offers a more serious, cellar-worthy expression of the grape while staying true to the vibrant character that makes Barbera so appealing.

Tasting Notes
Expect a vivid ruby-red color with good depth and brightness. The nose is likely to show dark cherries, ripe plum, violets, and subtle spice, lifted by notes of oak, herbs, and a touch of earth from its time in barrel. On the palate, this Barbera should feel generous yet firmly structured, with juicy acidity, ripe red and black fruit, and a more layered, textured finish than a lighter everyday bottling. The oak aging adds depth and polish, while the old-vine fruit gives concentration and length. This is a wine that can develop beautifully over several years.

Production
Produced from old vines in the Pajagallo and Sarmassa crus in the Barolo village, this Barbera benefits from a terroir associated with depth, tension, and complexity. The grapes undergo long maceration to extract color, flavor, and structure, followed by aging in wooden casks for at least 12 months, which helps shape the wine’s firm yet balanced profile.

Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for rich Piedmontese dishes, braised meats, roasted lamb, game, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses. Serve at around 16-18°C, and consider decanting for 30-60 minutes if opening young, to allow the wine to fully open up.

Producer
Scarzello Giorgio & Figli is a respected family producer in the Barolo area, known for crafting wines that reflect the character of the region’s classic vineyards. Their work with Barbera from notable crus shows a commitment to both tradition and depth, and the estate is valued for producing wines with authenticity, balance, and aging potential.

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