
Giuseppe Roagna Barbera D'Alba 2020
Giuseppe Roagna Barbera D'Alba 2020 Barbera d'Alba wines are generally esteemed for their deep color, low tannins and high levels of acidity. When young they offer fresh flavors of cherries, blueberries and raspberries. Relatively rich, bold and flavorful, the most powerful examples might just be compared to Barolo or Barbaresco. There is a distinct difference between Barbera d'Alba and Barbera d’Asti – its counterpart from the neighboring Asti province, which is generally considered more lively and perfumed. Often playing second fiddle to the likes of Barolo and Barbaresco, Barbera d'Alba nonetheless provides a bright, fresh alternative to its more structured counterparts. Barbera d'Alba is a key DOC of Piedmont, in northwest Italy, famed for its tangy, cherry-like red wines made from Barbera grapes.