Lo Zoccolaio Suculè Barbera d'Alba Superiore

Vintage 2016
by Cascina Lo Zoccolaio
Varietal Barbera
Color red
Region Piedmont
Country Italy
Medal Score
10.0
4 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
black cherrylicoricedried violetcloveforest floorbalsamic
Palate

Medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, firm tannins, and a silky texture that unfolds with layers of red fruit and spice.

Finish

Long finish with persistent notes of sour cherry and hints of smoke and herbs lingering gracefully.

Food Pairings
  • • braised beef cheek with polenta
  • • wild mushroom risotto
  • • aged Pecorino cheese
  • • roast duck with cherry glaze
  • • porcini mushroom pasta
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Double Gold Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge 2020
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2020
Bronze International Wine Challenge 2020
Bronze IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020

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