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This label is the result of a rigorous selection of particularly suitable plots, capable of combining structure and vibrancy in an elegant and complex profile. The winemaking process includes an initial phase at a controlled temperature followed by a \u003cstrong\u003elong ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e period designed to ensure the wine has a remarkable \u003cstrong\u003ecapacity for evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e over time, constantly enriching its depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the Rocche dell’Olmo and Semolino vineyards in Verduno and Gramolere in Monforte d’Alba, located within the Barbera d’Alba Superiore area. The hillside slopes face east, west and south-west, with altitudes ranging from 310 to 450 metres. 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Fermentation and Maceration: in steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 29–31°C for 10–12 days. Aged for 12–14 months in small French oak barrels and\/or French or Slavonian oak barrels, 2 months in steel, and at least 2 months in bottle. Nose: notes of fruit and fine spices, musk, and humus with hints of tobacco. Ruby red color. Nice freshness on the palate, with a lingering spicy finish.","brand":"Fratelli Alessandria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47439120040107,"sku":"62272","price":13.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}]}],"url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-nl\/collections\/fratelli-alessandria.oembed","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}