2020 Albino Rocca Barbera d'Alba Superiore Gepin

We are always on the lookout for Barbera so that we can compare our vinification efforts of the Barbera that we grow with some of the Barbera that we really enjoy drinking. We really like the Braida Monte Bruna Barbera d'Asti full of blackberries and black cherries balance with an acidic finish that speaks to our palate.
Recently, my husband purchased the 2020 Albino Rocca Barbera d'Alba Superiore Gepin for us to try. We immediately liked this Barbera! We paired it with eggplant parmigiana which is an excellent foil for the Barbera.
I found out that the wine is made from vines planted in 1950 and 1974. This Gepin spends 12 months in low-impact, large Austrian casks.¹ Typically Barbera is made and aged in stainless steel, so I think this was a new experience for us. We definitely need to try another bottle and pay more attention to the nuances of the aroma and flavors.
References:
1. Bibendum Wine Co., 2020 Albino Rocca Barbera d'Alba Superiore Gepin