Barbi

In 1932 Enzo Barbi founded the winery in the tradition of his family.  Since the very beginning he searched for quality, and within a short period of time the brand became renowned and well established. The company’s production philosophy leans towards the use of indigenous varietals of central Italy, even though lately, in a couple of wines, two international varietals have been employed.  http://www.barbivini.it

(Note: Check with Siema office for current vintages; vintage shown on label is not necessarily the current vintage.)

Barbi “Arche`”, Orvieto Classico Superiore

40% Grechetto, 40% Chardonnay and 20% Procanico. This is an elegant wine that is nicely structured; fruity with a lengthy, complex finish. It pairs well with light hors-d’oeuvres, shellfish and fish.

Barbi Orvieto Classico Abboccato

45% Trebbiano Toscano , 30% Grechetto,  15% Verdello, 10% Drupeggio and Malvasia. This wine is delicately off-dry with just a touch of residual sugar.

Barbi Pojo del Ruspo Sangiovese

The Pojo del Ruspo is a nicely structured red (100% Sangiovese) that does well with a few years of aging. It is spicy, rich and full bodied, and is a perfect match for savoury dishes such as roasts and game, red meat and hard cheeses.

Barbi Streppaticcio

60% Montepulciano, 40% Sangiovese. This is a medium-bodied red with smooth tannins that is very accessible in its youth. It goes particularly well with grilled meat, ham, salami and soft cheeses.

Barbi Macchiarello

This is a young rose`, made from Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo grapes. Vinified in stainless steel at low temperature, maceration for just a few hours. It has a cherry color with reflections of garnet. The bouquet is fresh, fragrant and fruity with a delicately harmonious and soft, rounded, elegant character. It is best with appetizers, first courses, white meat, salads and soft cheese.