The Thumberlina
La Mignolina
Barbera d’Asti DOCG Superiore
A simple, elegant Barbera wine with fineness at its heart.
The Taste Profile : A third version of Barbera made by Lars. Fresh and inviting, with aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and a hint of violet. Juicy red berries dominate, complemented by nuances of cranberry and a whisper of white pepper. The simplicity of its steel tank aging allows the pure fruit flavors to shine.. Smooth and elegant, this Barbera di Asti offers a fresh and simplistic style, perfect for those who appreciate a more straightforward, yet beautifully expressive wine. Ideal for pairing with light dishes or enjoying on its own as an everyday pleasure.
The Name: "La Mignolina" - "the Thumberlina", is one of the Hans Christian Anderson's tale. a little girl only the size of a thumb, yet with a big heart of kindness that brings joy to others. We hope this wine carries Thumbelina's spirit, with simplicity at its heart and elegance as its style, promising pleasant company with each sip. Click here to read more about the stories and how we name our wines.
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Great for drinking on its own, or to accompany cured meats, hearty pasta dishes, red or white meat mains and cheeses.
Denomination: Barbera d’Asti DOCG Superiore
Vintage: 2021
Grape variety: 100 % Barbera
Production: 440 bottles
Average yield per ha: 3500 kgs
First vintage: ~ 1920, 2015 as Qimisola
Bottle size: 75cl
Color: Intense ruby red
Bouquet: Aromas of blueberry with fresh cherry and raspberry, hints of spices
Taste: Fruity acidity and a balanced silky texture
Evolution: 1-5 years
Alcohol content/pH level: 15.6%/3.45
Total acidity/Sugar content: 6.2/4.1 grams per liter
Serving temperature: 16-18 Celsius
Recommended glass: Syrah/Shiraz type
The versatility allows this wine to accompany an entire multi-course meal with fx.
cured meats, hearty pasta dishes, red or white meat mains and cheeses.
Location : Bionzo, Costiglioled’Asti
Special characteristics: South west exposure, old vines
Soil type: Calcareous clay
Age of vines: 60 years
Training system: Guyot
Average altitude: 300 meters above sea level
Vineyard size: 0.8 ha
Farming: Sustainable, limited use of pesticides, no herbicides.
Time of harvest: October 4th 2021
Cellar: Az. Agricola Qimisola, Bionzo
Fermentation: Alcoholic (13 days) and malo-lactic fermentations in stainless steel tanks
Aging: 20 months in stainless still vats.
Bottling: September 2023
Release: July 2024
