Winery / Producer: Damilano (Historic house founded in 1890).

Specific Origin: Barbera d'Asti Controlled and Guaranteed Denomination of Origin (DOCG), Piedmont, Italy.

Varietal Composition: 100% Barbera.

Terroir and Soils: Alluvial soils rich in clay-calcareous marl that provide structural complexity and mineral finesse on the palate.

Vinification and Aging: Selective manual harvest in crates. Traditional maceration and fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. Noble aging carried out in a measured way in barrels and tanks to polish the contours of the variety without obscuring its vibrant fruit sharpness.

Style: Full-bodied red wine, juicy, with excellent gastronomic acidity, a fruity-spicy profile, and great fluidity.

Alcohol Content: 14.0% Vol.

Capacity: 750 ml bottle.

SKU: ITA-DAMILANO-07BARBERA-750

Appearance: Presents a brilliant, clear, and seductive deep ruby red color with subtle and elegant violet reflections on the rim. Develops a harmonious tear that indicates excellent glyceric concentration in the glass.

Nose: High aromatic intensity, clean, and of great typicity. Crunchy red and black fruits such as ripe plums, black cherries, and wild blackberries immediately stand out, masterfully blending with subtle spicy hints of white pepper, licorice, floral touches of violets, and a subtle earthy background of great complexity.

Palate: Fine, energetic, and supremely enveloping entry. On the palate, its juicy volume and impeccable linear freshness, sustained by its characteristic electric acidity, stand out. Its tannins are fine, docile, and beautifully integrated. Its finish is dry, long, and of remarkable fruity and balsamic persistence that invites further drinking.

High-End Gastronomic Pairing: Thanks to its extraordinary natural acidity and supremely polished tannins, this Barbera d'Asti possesses world-class gastronomic versatility. It is the absolute companion for traditional Piedmontese cuisine, excelling with dishes containing truffles, porcini mushroom risottos, fresh egg pastas such as tajarin with meat ragù, and traditional Bolognese lasagnas. It pairs masterfully with lean red meats, fine cured meats (Prosciutto di Parma, artisanal salami), and semi-cured cheeses like Fontina or Taleggio. It is a fantastic ally for poultry preparations such as roasted duck, quail, or hunter's chicken. In contemporary Mexican gastronomy, its vibrant acidity perfectly balances the richness of lengua tacos, lamb barbacoa, or dishes with spicy sauces based on dried chilies without excessive heat.

Suggested Moments:

• High-Style Festive Family Meal: The perfect bottle chosen to be placed at the center of the Sunday or festive table; a supremely gastronomic, versatile, and enjoyable red wine that immediately elevates any home banquet.
• Dynamic Business Lunches and Meetings: Serving a red wine from the Damilano winery demonstrates advanced wine knowledge and sophisticated taste, fostering a relaxed yet distinguished atmosphere for solidifying corporate agreements.
• Gourmet Carne Asada (Medium Cuts and Cured Meats): Elevates the weekend barbecue. Its extraordinary linear freshness cleanly cuts through the fat of cuts like skirt steak, flank steak, or artisanal sausages, cleansing the palate with each sip.
• Romantic Dinner with an Italian Touch: Its subtle aromatic complexity, floral hints, and juicy palate weave an intimate, sophisticated, and deeply pleasurable atmosphere to accompany a great dinner for two.
• Summer on a Select Terrace Evening: Being a red wine focused on freshness and with silky tannins, it can be enjoyed slightly chilled in the late afternoon on a summer terrace or balcony, accompanying cheese and charcuterie boards.

What differentiates Barbera d'Asti from Barbera d'Alba?

Although they come from the same grape, the Barbera d'Asti appellation usually produces wines with a slightly leaner, more elegant profile and a more pronounced linear acidity due to the composition of its calcareous soils. Damilano, through its Zero Sette label, captures this classic profile, aiming to highlight freshness and verticality on the palate.

What is the importance of the Damilano winery in the Piedmont region?

Damilano is one of the most prestigious and historic wineries in Italian Piedmont. With over a century of family tradition, they are widely acclaimed by international critics for their single-vineyard Barolos. All that high-end technical precision is applied in the production of this Barbera, guaranteeing a superb quality standard.

Is it recommended to decant this wine before consumption?

It does not require prolonged decanting because its tannins are already extremely docile and accessible from opening. However, opening the bottle 15 to 20 minutes before serving or using medium Burgundy-type glasses will help it fully display its complex fruity and floral aromatic palette with complete clarity.

What is the ideal serving temperature and what is its aging potential in the cellar?

To appreciate its lively acidity and fruity juiciness in a balanced way without the alcoholic temperature standing out, it should preferably be served between 16°C and 17°C (slightly chilled). Thanks to its impeccable natural acidity, it has great aging potential in the cellar of between 5 and 8 years, kept horizontally and under stable conditions.