With a bottle like that, it is impossible not to notice this Barbera del Monferrato DOC. It is proposed by Villa Sparina, European Winery of the Year 2021 according to the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast. The bottle is the result of a long innovation project, developed with designer Giacomo Bersanetti, and is inspired by an ancient vase found during the winery's restructuring excavations. For years, it has been the most recognisable symbol of all Villa Sparina wines. A pure Barbera, from the estate's vineyards in Monterotondo, in the province of Alessandria, located between 300 and 320 metres above sea level, the harvest is justifiably late and starts around mid-October. Vinified in steel, at the end of the transformation, the wine also undergoes malolactic fermentation. Barbera del Monferrato Villa Sparina is recognisable by its bright ruby red colour and very fine bouquet. These characteristics are given by the complete and perfect ripening of the grapes. This intense and fruity Barbera, with juicy notes of raspberry, is appreciated for its fresh and soft taste, as well as for its pleasant persistent finish.