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Barbera d'Alba 2024

Barbera d'Alba

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Barbera is a delicate and demanding grape variety. A meticulous search in the area for the very best soils, agronomical decisions and particular attention to vinification enable Sandrone to show the very best qualities of this wine. Barbera d’Alba is made to be a medium-weight wine that will drink well for a decade. It shows delicious and plump berry and black fruits. As Barbera possesses almost no natural tannins, the use of tonneaux gives the wine some much-needed structure. It is a perfect match with rich dishes as the bright acidity keeps it from being too heavy.

VINTAGE

The 2023 Piedmont growing season faced numerous challenges, including a wet spring, frost in early April, and a mix of hail, heat, and drought in summer. The frost caused significant crop losses, with some vineyards losing 10 to 50% of their fruit. Despite these challenges, dry conditions in August and September allowed the smaller crop to ripen well. The harvest took place in late September and early October, with producers noting excellent quality grapes. Though yields were down, this vintage produced well-structured wines with good aging potential.

Color

Red

Blend %

100% Nebbiolo

Appellation

Barbera d'Alba

Alcohol

14%

Suggested Retail Price

$53

Reviews

94

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93

James Suckling - March 23, 2026 "Fruity wine with intense, floral and red and black cherry aromas, together with almost estery and slightly leafy character and depth of graphite. Supple palate with medium body, zesty acidity and a peppery finish elongated by silky tannins with a hint of blood oranges."

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Vinous - January 20, 2026 "The 2024 Barbera d'Alba is a bold, joyous wine. Succulent dark-toned fruit, chocolate, new leather, cloves and rose petal build nicely in the glass. This exuberant, generous Barbera hits all the right notes. It's another impressive 2024 from Sandrone."

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