Marchesi Alfieri La Tota Barbera d’Asti 2022

La tota 2022 from Marchesi Alfieri is a rich and expressive Barbera that manages to balance power and elegance. It opens with bright aromas of ripe red fruits, cherry and a hint of raspberry, layered with subtle spicy vanilla and oak tones. On the palate it's full and dense, smooth and lush with soft tannins, strong acidity and silky texture. The oak aging lends gentle vanilla and spice without overwhelming the fruit. It finished with a measured bitterness that adds complexity and persistence. A wine that's already appealing, but with enough structure to improve over the next 5-8 years.