Vietti - Barbera d'Asti La Crena 2016
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Vietti - Barbera d'Asti La Crena 2016

Italie • Barbera d'Asti • Red

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Packaging : 1 x 150CL - Wooden Case

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Description

THE Vietti - Barbera d'Asti The Crena 2016 is a wine red emblematic of the Piedmont region, in Italy. This domaine, Founded in 1919, Vietti embodies winemaking tradition while incorporating modern techniques. Vietti wines are renowned for their finesse and complexity, reflecting the unique terroir in which they are cultivated. This Barbera d'Asti, with its rich character and seductive aromas, is a true tribute to the authenticity of this appellation.
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

The 2016 Vietti - Barbera d'Asti La Crena boasts a beautiful, intense, and luminous ruby-red color. On the nose, it offers an enchanting bouquet of ripe red fruits, with notes of cherry and raspberry, enriched by spicy nuances. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and velvety, with silky tannins and a lovely acidity that lends it great freshness. The finish is persistent, leaving a fruity and slightly spicy impression, inviting another sip.

Food & wine pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, pasta with sauce or aged cheese.
Producer

Producer

The Crena vineyard is located near the village of Agliano Terme, with an average density of 4,800 vines, trained using the Guyot system. The oldest part of the vineyard was planted in 1932 on south-facing limestone soil.

Owner and history

The Krause family acquires the domaine winemaking. Once again, human intuition makes the difference. Kyle Krause decides to expand the domaine with prestigious new vintages, both in the Barolo and Barbaresco appellations. The Derthona Timorasso project is a further addition, thanks to the acquisition of new plots and vineyards in the Colli Tortonesi. The Krause family is committed to preserving the identity and values that have characterized the Vietti brand since its origins. Today, Vietti owns some of the most prized and representative vineyards in the Barolo-Barbaresco region. Vietti looks to the future with even more promising and inspiring prospects.

Vinification and aging

Cold pre-fermentation maceration. Alcoholic fermentation of approximately two weeks in open stainless steel tanks with repeated mechanical punch-downs and pump-overs. After alcoholic fermentation, skin maceration. The wine is then racked and transferred to barrels for malolactic fermentation. Aging: approximately 18 months in stainless steel tanks, barrels, and casks.

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The team's opinion

This Barbera d'Asti La Crena 2016 is a true invitation to discovery, combining power and elegance.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2022 à 2026

Wine profile

  • Fruity
  • Complex
  • Timber frame