E. PIRA, Barolo E. Pira 2004

Working with the Cantina Sociale in Nizza, Matt Thomson (winemaker also for Alpha-Zeta) selected some of their best Barbera to make the Ca’ del Matt wines. In each case, the main criterion was to select ripe, healthy grapes. The former is particularly important for Barbera, which has a naturally high acidity. The name Ca’ del Matt means ‘madhouse’ in the Piemontese dialect, a reflection of the difficulty of making good Barbera. The 2004 Barbera d’Asti is a perfect example of the ripe, forward wines from this great vintage – great depth of colour, with perfumes of ripe blackberries and autumnal fruits on the nose, it has ripe, warm rounded tannins, fresh, vibrant fruit character on the palate and good length. The wine is sealed under Stelvin to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition.