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CASCINA CA` ROSSA, BARBERA D'ALBA

The Barbera variety's origins are extremely ancient but the first documents in which it is cited date to only several centuries ago. In fact, the first formal citation of Barbera appears in a document of the 17th century that is now preserved in the city hall of Nizza Monferrato. And it was first officially mentioned in 1798 when Count Nuvolone, deputy director of the agrarian society of Turin, drew up the first ampelography of the varieties cultivated in the vineyards of Piedmont. "Il" or "la" Barbera, as it was traditionally called by Piedmontese farmers, whose brush and unassuming character is precisely the same as that of this frank and robust red, is one of the wines best known and appreciated throughout Italy for its generosity and strength. A. Strucchi, a noted Italian enologist, observed at the end of the last century, that "when Barbera wine has attained five or six years of age, it is as suitable for consumption with roasted meats as Barolo and is often preferred by many to the more famous wine.''

The northern Italian wine producing region of Piemonte is world famous for its vigorous and robust red wines. Cascina Ca Rossa, located in Canale is considered one of the best producers of Roero. Its owner, Angelo Ferrio, is one of the area’s premier producers. The Roero DOC, formerly known as Nebbiolo delle Langhe, produces wines that can rival its famous neighbors, Barolo and Barbaresco. From steep hillside vineyards, which he hand-cultivates, Angelo produces wines with extraordinary depth and flavor.

Region: Piemonte

Varietal: 100% Barbera

Vintage: 2005

Harvest: Late September

Production: 9,000 Btl

Tasting Notes: Anise with berry fruit. Medium body.

Suggestion: Drink with sausage, white bean gratin, and mushroom dishes.

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Home Back CASCINA CA` ROSSA, BARBERA D'ALBA The Barbera variety's origins are extremely ancient but the first documents in which it is cited date to only several centuries ago. In fact, the first formal citation of Barbera appears in a document of the 17th century that is now preserved in the city hall of Nizza Monferrato. And it was first officially mentioned in 1798 when Count Nuvolone, deputy director of the agrarian society of Turin, drew up the first ampelography of the varieties cultivated in the vineyards of Piedmont. "Il" or "la" Barbera, as it was traditionally called by Piedmontese farmers, whose brush and unassuming character is precisely the same as that of this frank and robust red, is one of the wines best known and appreciated throughout Italy for its generosity and strength. A. Strucchi, a noted Italian enologist, observed at the end of the last century, that "when Barbera wine has attained five or six years of age, it is as suitable for consumption with roasted meats as Barolo and is often preferred by many to the more famous wine.'' The northern Italian wine producing region of Piemonte is world famous for its vigorous and robust red wines. Cascina Ca Rossa, located in Canale is considered one of the best producers of Roero. Its owner, Angelo Ferrio, is one of the area’s premier producers. The Roero DOC, formerly known as Nebbiolo delle Langhe, produces wines that can rival its famous neighbors, Barolo and Barbaresco. From steep hillside vineyards, which he hand-cultivates, Angelo produces wines with extraordinary depth and flavor. Region: Piemonte Varietal: 100% Barbera Vintage: 2005 Harvest: Late September Production: 9,000 Btl Tasting Notes: Anise with berry fruit. Medium body. Suggestion: Drink with sausage, white bean gratin, and mushroom dishes.