Conca del Grillo Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC - Silvano Bolmida 2022
Silvano BolmidaBarbera Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC 75 cl 2022
$22.85−13%($30.47/ℓ)
Recommended price: $26.13
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Technical information
- Producer
- Silvano Bolmida
- Name
- Barbera d’Alba Superiore DOC
- Variety
- Barbera
- Vintage
- 2022
- Gradation
- 14.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red fruits, spices, hints of vanilla
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, prolonged maceration
- Aging
- Minimum 12 months
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 5-7 years
- Pairing
- Red meats, aged cheeses, flavorful dishes
- Region
- Piedmont
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Alba
- Type
- Red wine
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Conca del Grillo Barbera d'Alba Superiore by Silvano Bolmida presents a frank, recognizable profile: ripe red fruits — cherry and plum — accompanied by light spice notes and a hint of balsamic that enriches the backdrop. The acidity is lively and incisive, supporting the sip and making it brisk; the tannic texture is fine, more supportive than aggressive, giving the wine a well-balanced medium‑full body. The impression is one of clarity and harmony, with a controlled softness that enhances drinkability without weighing it down.
Suitable for flavorful traditional dishes: braises, robust ragù, roasts and medium‑aged cheeses, but it can also stand up to mushroom-based preparations and structured cured meats. Best enjoyed slightly chilled or after a short decanting, when fruity echoes and a pleasant underlying sapidity emerge. The persistence is balanced and leaves a finish of red fruit that invites another sip, making this Barbera ideal both for everyday meals and convivial occasions.
Suitable for flavorful traditional dishes: braises, robust ragù, roasts and medium‑aged cheeses, but it can also stand up to mushroom-based preparations and structured cured meats. Best enjoyed slightly chilled or after a short decanting, when fruity echoes and a pleasant underlying sapidity emerge. The persistence is balanced and leaves a finish of red fruit that invites another sip, making this Barbera ideal both for everyday meals and convivial occasions.
The winery
Silvano Bolmida
PiemonteItaliaSince 1999
Family-run winery based in the Bussia cru of Monforte d'Alba (Piedmont), known for Barolo and for wines made from Nebbiolo and Barbera. It also produces a Sauvignon Blanc that is uncommon in the Langhe.
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo, Barbera, Sauvignon Blanc
- Vineyards in the historic crus of Bussia and Le Coste di Monforte
- Produces several Barolo and a Barbera d'Alba Superiore 'Conca del Grillo'.
- Sauvignon Blanc production, a rarity in the Langhe.
- Sustainable practices and extended macerations
The story
The winery was founded by a family of winegrowers in Bussia, Monforte d'Alba. The business began as an artisanal operation by converting a tractor garage and gradually developed its own vineyards in the Bussia area and Le Coste di Monforte, maintaining a family-run approach and later involving the children in management.
Production philosophy
Artisanal approach and meticulous vineyard care: hand-harvesting, attention to individual parcels and sustainable farming practices. In the cellar, extended macerations and aging are favored to highlight the expression of the terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the Bussia locality within the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, in the Langhe. The labels reflect local micro-crus such as Bussia and Le Coste di Monforte.
Awards and recognition
The wines have received scores and recognition in publications and from importers: examples include positive reviews from Vinous and Jeb Dunnuck for the Barolo Bussia, and scores around 91 for some vintages of the Barbera "Conca del Grillo".