# Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò (2020)

- **Producer:** Vite Colte
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Barbera
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, black plum, black cherry, cloves, cedar, vanilla, chocolate, earth, leather, tobacco

## About this wine

The Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò 2020 is a red wine from Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Barbera grapes. It is produced by Vite Colte, a cooperative founded in 1956 that brings together over 2,500 winegrowers. The wine's name, 'La Luna e i Falò,' is inspired by a famous novel by Cesare Pavese. This wine is considered a flagship of Vite Colte's 'Superbarbera' project, which involves selecting the best vineyard parcels from their member estates to create a distinguished expression of the Barbera grape. The region of Piedmont is a significant area for Italian winemaking, known for its quality red wines.

## Interesting facts

- Named after Cesare Pavese's 1950 novel, 'La Luna e i Falò' (The Moon and the Bonfires).
- Part of Vite Colte's 'Superbarbera' initiative, focusing on top vineyard selections.
- Vite Colte is a cooperative representing over 2,500 winegrowers.
- The winery in Barolo is architecturally integrated into the landscape.

## Food pairing

The wine's lively acidity and medium tannins make it a versatile companion for richer dishes. The acidity cuts through the richness of meats and creamy sauces, while the tannins bind with proteins, softening the wine and enhancing the savory flavors of the food. Its fruit-forward character also complements earthy flavors like mushrooms and herbs.

## Wine making process

The Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò 2020 is produced using traditional winemaking methods. Grapes are hand-harvested and selected, followed by a 10-day maceration period at temperatures between 20-30°C. The wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks. Following these processes, the wine is aged for approximately 12 months in barriques. Vite Colte's approach emphasizes low yields and careful vineyard management, reflecting a commitment to quality and tradition.