# Lodali Barbera d'Alba (2022)

- **Producer:** Azienda Agricola Lodali Walter
- **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:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red plum, red cherry, black cherry, black plum

## About this wine

Lodali Barbera d'Alba is a 2022 vintage red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced under the Barbera d'Alba DOC appellation by Azienda Agricola Lodali Walter. The winery has a long-standing history in the Langhe hills, with Walter Lodali now at the helm, focusing on precision winemaking to showcase the regional terroir. The wine is distinguished by its expression of the Barbera grape's inherent freshness and vivacity, coupled with a refined structure, offering an open and digestible character. The 2022 vintage received a Gold Medal at the Asia Wine Trophy 2023.

## Interesting facts

- Awarded Gold Medal at Asia Wine Trophy 2023.
- Grapes sourced from Lodali's vineyards in Treiso, Pocapaglia, and Canale.
- Vines are typically 20-25 years old.
- Known for a lively and digestible character.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and medium-plus body make it versatile. Its acidity cuts through the richness of fatty meats and creamy sauces, while its fruit-forward character complements tomato-based dishes and earthy flavors like mushrooms. The moderate tannins provide a good counterpoint to protein.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Lodali Barbera d'Alba begins with hand-harvested grapes from the producer's vineyards. The grapes undergo soft pressing, followed by maceration at controlled temperatures for approximately 15-20 days. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel or concrete tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 3 months in concrete tanks and then spends an additional 3 months aging in the bottle before release.