Barbera del Monferrato Superiore 'Cantico della Crosia' Vicara 2019
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Barbera del Monferrato Superiore 'Cantico della Crosia' Vicara 2019

The Vicara 'Cantico della Crosia' is a particularly fragrant Barbera del Monferrato Superiore with a balanced body and long persistence. This red represents the tradition of great Piedmontese wines that we recommend you keep in your cellar for a few years before tasting. It is an intense, round and spicy wine, perfect with red meat and game dishes. The spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel makes this Barbera really intense, soft, with excellent tannin and a long finish.

21,00 
Awards
3Gambero Rosso

Features

Denomination

Barbera del Monferrato Superiore DOCG

Vines

Barbera 100%

Tipologia

Region

Alcohol content

15 %

Format

75 cl Bottle

Vinification

Spontaneous fermentation in steel vats for 10 days

Aging

15-18 months in large 25 hl oak barrels followed by a further 12 months resting in the bottle.

Filosofia produttiva

Natural, Indigenous yeasts

Additional Notes

Contains sulfites

BARBERA DEL MONFERRATO SUPERIORE 'CANTICO DELLA CROSIA' VICARA 2019 DESCRIPTION

The 'Cantico della Crosia' is a Barbera del Monferrato Superiore DOCG that represents an excellence of Piedmontese winemaking tradition, embodying the authenticity and richness of the territory. Produced by the Vicara company, this wine stands out for its history linked to a vineyard immersed in an ancient forest of oaks, hornbeams, and beech trees. Its distinctive character is reflected not only in the production process but also in the label, which celebrates the uniqueness of a wine with an intense ruby color, enveloping aromas, and persistent flavors.

The vineyard that gives rise to the 'Cantico della Crosia' Barbera del Monferrato Superiore by Vicara is located in a unique context characterized by layered soil dating back millions of years. This particular soil composition gives the wine a structure, finesse, and unmatched minerality. The wine production follows a carefully orchestrated process: from spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel vats to maturation in French oak barrels for about 15-18 months, to bottle aging for at least one year. This combination of natural factors and artisan winemaking techniques contributes to creating a wine of extraordinary complexity and character.

Vicara's Barbera del Monferrato Superiore 'Cantico della Crosia' stands out for its deep ruby red color that evolves towards garnet hues with aging. On the nose, it reveals an intense and complex bouquet, with fruity notes of cherry, blackberry, and red fruits, accompanied by hints of toasting, spices, and a light ethereal undertone. On the palate, it manifests with a full body, finely balanced tannins, and a magical persistence. This wine pairs magnificently with traditional Piedmontese dishes such as braised meats and agnolotti with ragù, offering an unforgettable culinary experience that enhances the beauty and authenticity of the region.

Colour

Intense ruby red

Scent

Aromas of red fruit, liquorice and leather

Taste

In the mouth, it is spicy, round and savoury with a very persistent finish.

Temperature
16-18°C
When to drink
Wine good to drink now, but that can have a beautiful evolution after resting for a while in your cellar
Glass
Medium open goblet
Perfect for young and medium bodied red wines which don't require excessive oxygenation to open. The opening, slightly tighter than the body of the glass, favors the concentration of aromas towards the nose, enhancing the perception of aromas and limiting the dispersion
GuideYearScoreQuote
Gambero Rosso20203 / 3Excellent Wine

Vicara

Foundation Year1992
Vineyard hectares33
Annual production80000 bottiglie
WinemakerVirginia Manachino
AddressCascina Madonna delle Grazie 5, - Rossignano Monferrato, 15030

Perfect to drink with

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Pasta Bolognese

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Roasted and Grilled Meat

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Risotto with Mushroom

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Red Meat Stew

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Game