Vigne Vecchie Barbera d'Asti Superiore 1993
The 1993 Vigne Vecchie Barbera d’Asti Superiore is a red wine produced by Vinchio Vaglio Serra. Founded in 1959 by 19 local winegrowers, this cooperative is located in Vinchio within the Asti province, right in the heart of Monferrato. Despite having relatively few members compared to large Italian umbrella organizations, the winery maintains a strong local identity. The municipalities of Vinchio and Vaglio have long been recognized as a central hub for Barbera production in Piedmont, and the cooperative vinifies all the grapes from these two areas.
This wine is made from Barbera, an Italian grape variety predominantly cultivated in regions like Piedmont and California. 'Vigne Vecchie' is the cooperative's most renowned wine, crafted from old vines that are often over 50 years old. The winery specifically identifies these older plantings, which naturally produce lower yields, to create a wine with greater depth and concentration. The associated winegrowers of Vinchio and Vaglio handle the entire process, producing, aging, and bottling the wine themselves, utilizing both patience and oenological science to preserve the heritage of these vineyards.
The wine originates from the Barbera d’Asti appellation, a classic and commercially significant area located primarily in the hills around Asti and Alessandria. As a Denominazione di Origine Controllata Superiore, the wine is structured to reflect the deeper characteristics of the appellation. This area is part of the broader Piedmont region in northwestern Italy, a prestigious wine-producing zone bordered by the Alps. The name Piedmont literally translates to "at the foot of the mountain." The region is characterized by dramatic, steep hills that are frequently enveloped in thick autumn morning fog, a natural feature that protects the grapes and ensures a long, perfect ripening period. Piedmont is also highly regarded for its focus on terroir and its rich gastronomy, including the exclusive white truffles from Alba and local hazelnuts.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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