Grape: 100% Barbera. Region: Italy> Piedmont> Monferrato Astigiano> Agliano Terme> Bricco Rocche. Notes: 9 months in Oak, female winemaker, certified organic.
Description: "La Luna del Rospo" was founded in 1994 and since the beginning has paid the utmost attention to their vineyards. The grapes are excluesively from the "Bricco Rocche" plot, renowned in the Asti area for its privileged position among the crus. Very intense ruby red color with intense violet highlights. Rich and complex aroma of considerable concentration and thickness. Fruity with light notes of boise, vanilla, and red berry fruit. Dry with a remarkable structure and presistence finish with a hint roasted almond.
Food pairing: Barbecue ribs, cheese (full flavored), grilled chicken, hamburgers, lamb, mushroom dishes, risotto, pizza, pasta w/ tomato sauce, etc.