Villa Sparina, Piedmont
Fresh and toothsome Barbera, a percentage of which undergoes a short passage in barriques to soften the young wine's often astringent acidity. Lots of classic cherries, berries and a twist of vanilla.
The Villa Sparina estate
Owned by the Moccagatta family, this fantastic estate regularly produces the finest expressions of the Cortese and Barbera grapes in the area and can now promote its wines through its Michelin-starred restaurant La Gallina and Ostelliere, its boutique hotel, both situated in its sumptous grounds.