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Manera Barbera 2018
Piemonte DOC
Manera is pure, joyful Barbera – a red grape that’s less well known than Piedmont’s famous Nebbiolo. However, it’s the ultimate in drinkability. Enjoy this charmer full of mocha and plum rich fruit from Trophy winning winemaker Claudio Manera.
Beyond the Label
Tasting notes
Lovely ripe cherries, minerals and herbs with soft tannins and acidity
Aroma
Juicy sour cherries and damsons, a leafy edge
Allergy information
Contains sulphites
While Nebbiolo tends to steal the limelight in Piedmont with its Barolo and Barbaresco wines, Barbera itself is a quiet hero. It produces charming fresh reds that make delicious drinking when young, but, as you’ll see with this red, there’s no hurry either. Manera reveals the grape in all its plum and tangy cherry glory. It comes from the Araldica winery – a specialist in Moscato and Barbera, for which they’ve won many awards during their 60 year history. Talented oenologist Claudio Manera heads up the team, selecting grapes from vineyards across the Monferrato hills. This 2018 has silky tannins, plum and liquorice scented notes and raspberry freshness. Superb with local dishes like pasta with pork ragù or meatballs.
For the 2017 vintage
