Renato Ratti Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG "Villa Pattono" 2023

A red wine from Piemonte made from Barbera, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The grapes are harvested between late September and mid-October, ferment at a controlled 30 °C in steel, then age for 12 months in used barriques. In the glass it is intense, bright ruby red. The aroma centres on ripe fruit, with spice and liquorice in the background. On the palate it is medium-bodied and balanced, with a very satisfying sip and a persistent finish. It suits structured pasta sauces, white and red meat dishes, and medium-aged cheeses, and is especially good with mixed boiled meats alla piemontese.