'Ronco Malo' Bera 2021

The Barbera d'Asti "Ronco Malo" by Vittorio Bera is a classic Piedmontese wine, born from an ancient popular tradition and an expression of a historic grape variety from the area. It is a label that aims to rediscover the most straightforward and direct face of Barbera, through the choice to use only cement for vinification, without the contribution of wood. Thanks to this production philosophy, the wine retains a fruity fragrance and a lively freshness that make it very pleasant to drink.

The "Ronco Malo" Barbera d'Asti is produced in the Asti area, particularly in the Canelli region, by the Vittorio Bera winery. It is a family-run business with ancient origins, rooted in the mid-1700s. Since 1964, the company has embraced organic farming, being a true pioneer in the sector during a time that was absolutely unsuspected. Even in the winery, simplicity in vinification is preferred, without the use of chemical or physical treatments. The vineyards are cultivated on the hilly slopes of Canelli, on poor soils formed by calcareous-clay marls generated from the disintegration of ancient sandstones and marls derived from marine sedimentation. The wine comes from one hectare of vineyard, with plants that are about 20 years old and are trained using the Guyot method. At the end of the manual harvest, fermentation takes place in cement tanks with indigenous yeasts and a maceration on the skins of about 30 days. It matures in cement on the fine lees for a period of at least 24 months and is bottled without clarification or filtration.

The “Ronco Malo” by Vittorio Bera is perfect for those who wish to know the truest and most authentic soul of Barbera and its expressive and inimitable varietal characteristics. It presents itself with a deep ruby red color. On the nose, it releases aromas of cherry, ripe red fruit, and spices. The sip has a lively and exuberant entry with a crunchy and juicy mid-palate. The tannins are sweet and subtle, and the finish is fresh and savory.