Vigna Bianca
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, when its vibrant acidity and fruit profile harmonize beautifully with the oak integration.
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Slow-cooked beef stews, roasted duck breast, and aged Piedmontese cheeses such as Castelmagno.
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Hailing from the historic Fontanafredda estate in the heart of Langhe, Piedmont—originally established in 1858 by King Victor Emmanuel II for his beloved 'Bela Rosin'—the 'Vigna Bianca' is a distinguished red wine, typically crafted from the Barbera grape variety. Despite its name meaning 'white vineyard' (historically referencing the light-colored, limestone-rich soils of the plot), this single-vineyard bottling showcases the robust, deeply colored character of Barbera d'Alba. The terroir of Serralunga d'Alba, characterized by calcareous marl and clay, imparts a remarkable structural backbone and vibrant acidity to the wine. Traditional fermentation followed by aging in oak casks allows the wine to develop complex notes of dark cherry, blackberry, and subtle spice, while maintaining its characteristic freshness and elegant rustic charm.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift to his beloved Rosa Vercellana, Fontanafredda is a historic estate nestled in the heart of the Langhe region in Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont. Today, the winery is celebrated for its deep-rooted heritage and commitment to sustainable viticulture, transitioning its estate vineyards to certified organic farming. Fontanafredda is globally renowned for its classic, structured Barolo wines aged in traditional Slavonian oak casks, alongside expressive regional whites like Gavi and Arneis Pradalupo, and vibrant reds such as Barbera and Dolcetto under the Briccotondo and Raimonda labels.