Elio Grasso - Barbera d'Alba 'Vigna Martina' 2022

Azienda Agricola Elio Grasso is a wine estate located near Monforte d’Alba in the Piedmont region of Italy. Particularly known for their single-vineyard Barolo cuvées, Elio Grasso only use estate grapes that are grown on their 44.5 acres of vineyards. Their flagship wines are made from grapes on the plots surrounding the winery, including the famed Ginestra vineyard. More recent plantings have been devoted to the Rüncot vineyard which is located on the sunny slopes below the winery’s terraced garden. Following the strict Piedmontese oak regimen, the barrel cellars at Elio Grasso are carved into rock which allow for precise temperature regulation. Along with their flagship Barolos, the estate releases a Langhe, Dolcetto d’Alba, and a Barbera d’Alba which have been well received by the public.

100% Barbera grown on sandy, limestone soils at an altitude of 380 meters. The wine is fermented all in stainless steel tanks, then aged in French barriques followed by at least 8 months in bottle before release. 

The barrique-aged Elio Grasso 2022 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina has a sweet side with aromas of baked fruit, raisin and blackberry coulis. These give the wine a heavier footprint in a vintage that is recognized for its richness and fruit-forward nature. The finish is bold and softly textured.” - 92 Points, Wine Advocate

Producer: Elio Grasso

Country: Italy

Region: Piedmont

Varietal: Barbera

Appellation: Barbera d'Alba

Vintage: 2022

Size: 750ml