{"product_id":"vietti-barbera-dalba-scarrone-2022","title":"Vietti Barbera d'Alba Scarrone 2022","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-12 col-sm-4\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eVietti Barbera d’Alba “Scarrone” 2022 is a single-vineyard Barbera from the historic Scarrone cru in Castiglione Falletto, one of the most prized sites in the Langhe for this variety. The vineyard’s south-eastern exposure and limestone-clay soils, planted at high density (around 6,500 vines per hectare), contribute to both concentration and precision, while maintaining Barbera’s natural vibrancy and lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eIn the glass, it shows a deep ruby-purple core with youthful intensity and brightness at the rim, immediately signalling both ripeness and energy. The aromatics are bold and expressive, opening with pure, ripe red and black cherry fruit, followed by darker plum tones and subtle floral undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet finely tuned, combining Barbera’s hallmark vibrant acidity with a generous, layered fruit profile. The texture is rich but not heavy, supported by fine, well-managed tannins that give shape and structure. Flavours of cherry, blackberry and plum unfold with depth and clarity, leading into a long, persistent finish marked by freshness, finesse and subtle savoury complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eVinification is carried out with a focus on controlled extraction and purity: fermentation takes place in open stainless-steel tanks at 26–28°C for around two weeks, followed by an additional week of maceration before transfer to oak for malolactic fermentation. The wine is then matured for approximately 18 months in a combination of large oak casks and barriques, adding polish without overshadowing fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1728\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe result is a Barbera of serious pedigree—structured, vibrant and beautifully balanced—showcasing the depth and refinement that Scarrone consistently delivers at the top level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1728\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis was a good year for Barbera, a grape that has a shorter growing season compared to Nebbiolo and that generally likes the heat. The Vietti 2022 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Scarrone offers a deep, rich color, sweet tannins and bold fruit flavors from vines that were planted in 1989. Scarrone fruit always has a point of freshness because these vines are positioned on the east-facing slope, whereas the Vigna Vecchia occupy the south-facing part of the hill. The wine ages in oak for 16 months, with 10 months in barrique and six months in botti. In addition to 2022, other good Barbera vintages are 2007, 2009, 2011, 2015 and 2017. \u003cstrong\u003e94+ Pts, Monica Larner - The Wine Advocate.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"2164\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50307982164161,"sku":null,"price":139.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Vietti_Barbera_d_Alba_Scarrone_2022.webp?v=1780836724","url":"https:\/\/appellance.com\/products\/vietti-barbera-dalba-scarrone-2022","provider":"Appellance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}