Intense ruby red colour.

Complex and delightful. Variegated scent with dominant ripe fruits and vanilla. Surprisingly soft and smooth, long-lasting finish.
Serve at 16°C

Excellent with cold cuts, cheeses and Italian pasta dishes.

Pico Maccario is a Barbera specialist located in the town of Mombaruzzo in the heart of Piedmont's Barbera d'Asti DOCG. Brothers Pico and Vitaliano created the Pico Maccario brand in 1997 following four generations of selling the family grapes to other producers.

Pico Maccario, the eldest brother, devotes himself to the production of the wine while Vitaliano handles the commercial aspects of the business. 8000 rose bushes planted at the end of each vine row are both the symbol of the winery as well as a traditional indicator of vine-threatening diseases. Pico Maccario's winemaking style is to respect the true varietal character of Barbera, delivering wines with focused, clean aromas, and balanced, pleasant acidity. These are very complete Barberas, that are as versatile and enjoyable, as rich and satisfying, in pure Piemontese tradition.

(commenting on a previous vintage)

"Aromas of ripe black-skinned berry, forest floor and underbrush form the earthy, alluring nose. The savory, approachable palate offers ripe black plum, tobacco and black pepper alongside polished tannins. Enjoy through 2024.
90 points."
(Kerin O'Keefe, The Wine Enthusiast, December 2020)