Azelia Barbera d'Alba Punta

Punta is Azelia's Barbera d'Alba, made from a 0.9-hectare south-west facing vineyard in Castiglione Falletto, where the vines are more than 60 years old. The calcareous and clayey soils and the age of the vines give the wine its harmony. Fermentation lasts about 15 days at 29 degrees, then the wine spends 18 months in large casks. Forest berries, prune and blackberry come forward, with sweet spices from the wood. The acidity is more than balanced, giving the wine a strong but gentle character that is immediately recognisable. Pair it with pasta with meat sauce, grilled sausage or cured meats. Briffa Wine Selections brings this Barbera to Malta, delivered across the island.