Barbera d'Asti La Crena

Barbera d'Asti La Crena Vietti: elegance and intensity from Agliano d'Asti

Barbera d'Asti La Crena by Vietti is a red wine from Piedmont with a strong personality, made from 100% Barbera from a single historic vineyard in the municipality of Agliano d'Asti. It comes from a vineyard planted in 1932 and balances the richness of the grape variety, combining depth, freshness, and a mature, enveloping aromatic profile. It is a bottle designed for those seeking a territorial, intense, and authentic wine, capable of best expressing the tradition of Barbera d'Asti.

Territory and wine style

La Crena comes from a south-facing vineyard, cultivated on clayey silt soil, with a limited yield that promotes concentration and definition. The context of Agliano d'Asti is among the most suitable for Barbera, the emblematic grape of Piedmont, known for its natural liveliness, generous fruit, and ability to offer wines with both gastronomic and modern profiles. Vietti's choice emphasizes a precise approach, where the character of the place remains central.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense and brilliant ruby red. On the nose, aromas of ripe and concentrated fruit emerge, with hints of red blackberry and cherry, accompanied by nuances of toasted spices. On the palate, Barbera d'Asti La Crena shows good structure, fresh momentum, and a rich matter well supported by the typical acidity of the grape variety. The sip is full, harmonious, and persistent, with a finish that recalls the fruit and a pleasant spicy note.

Recommended pairings

Thanks to its intensity and natural freshness, this wine pairs effectively with stews, roasted meats, game, and poultry dressed with rich sauces. Excellent also with pasta dishes featuring seasonal vegetables, flavorful preparations from Piedmontese cuisine, and strong-tasting cheeses. Its structure makes it ideal for convivial and flavorful dishes that can engage with the aromatic richness of the wine.

Serving temperature

The ideal temperature to serve Barbera d'Asti La Crena is between 16 and 18 °C. If the bottle is very young, a brief aeration in the glass can help express the bouquet at its best. A long decanting is not essential, but a few minutes of breathing can enhance the aromatic complexity and the texture of the sip.

Why buy it

Barbera d'Asti La Crena Vietti is a valuable choice for those wishing to buy wine online, focusing on an important denomination and a winery of great reputation. It combines Piedmontese typicity, concentration, elegance, and versatility at the table, offering a rich yet always balanced tasting experience. It is a wine suitable for both important dinners and occasions when one wants to bring a characterful and high-profile Barbera to the table.