THE WINE

The Barbera il Piston from the Poggiarello winery is 100% Barbera grapes, a vineyard over 70 years old with a long tradition in Emilia Romagna. The wine that our fathers and grandfathers brought to the table during long family lunches and dinners.

The Piston takes its name from the “Accademia del Piston”, a club of friends that organizes cultural events, tastings and special dinners, celebrating the value of friendship; it is a true institution for Piacenza.

We are in Val Trebbia near Piacenza in Emilia Romagna; the winery was founded thanks to two families who have continued their philosophy for five generations; all grapes are certified organic and the wine production follows the dictates of tradition.

THE WINEMAKING

The harvest is manual and takes place towards the end of October. Once in the cellar, the winemaking begins with long maceration using only selected and native yeasts. The wine ages in large wooden barrels until the end of winter. With the arrival of spring, the wine is assembled, bottled and left to rest for a few more months in the cellar before being released onto the market.

THE TASTING

Intense ruby ​​red; the aroma is pleasantly fruity with notes of red fruits, cherry and currant that intertwine with spicy hints. Intense and well-structured on the palate with an almost perfect correspondence between aromas and flavours. Excellent persistence.

FOOD PAIRINGS

The Barbera il Piston pairs well with red meat, game and mature cheeses; try it with grilled meat.

THE WINERY

Il Poggiarello winery is located in Val Trebbia among the Piacenza woods. This company is part of the Cantine 4 Valli group founded by the Ferrari and Perini families; they have been writing the history of wine in Piacenza since 1882. The winery has grown over the years but is still family-run today. We have now reached the fifth generation…. keep reading