Michele Chiarlo

La Court Barbera d'Asti Superiore Nizza DOCG play

Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Asti

Overview / 2013 / 2012 / 2011 / 2010

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The 55-acre Tenuta Aluffi is one of the most prestigious estates in the southern part of Asti, near the town of Nizza Monferrato, a choice area for exceptional-quality Barbera. Within Aluffi is the La Court estate, with excellent soils of magnesium-rich calcareous marl and a beneficial south-southwest exposure. This jewel of vineyard land receives the fastidious attention of the Chiarlo family so that its old vines produce extraordinary grapes. Following fermentation in large oak casks, the wine is aged in oak barrels.

92 Points

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2013 vintage

93 Points

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2012 vintage

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tasting note

Shows aromas and flavors of spice, ripe black plum, black cherry and dark chocolate. The wine has coiled, tangy acidity and a velvety texture.

food pairing

Pairs well with red meat, game and tomato-based dishes.

points of distinction

A classic single vineyard Barbera from choice terroir
Matured for 12 months in oak casks for greater complexity

about the grape +
- Barbera
  With relatively high acidity with low tannins, Barbera’s tart red berry aromas and flavors have spicy, herbal notes. Styles range from light quaffers to dense, concentrated wines for aging.