Introduction

Roberto, Giulio and Paolo Bava, with their father Piero, have transformed their traditional family owned winery into a company managed according to the precepts of modern professionalism bringing fresh ideas and new methods into the world of Piedmontese wine. __________________

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aluable experience acquired over the years, research and experimentation in the vineyard and in the winery,

have all combined to give the Bavas a frontline role in the recent quality revolution in Barbera wine. Like the memorable Cocconato

Stravecchio in the 'fifties it is the Stradivario that is the flagship wine of today, a serius wine from classic family-owned vineyards matured in French oak to give it an international appeal. Stradivario is in the best restaurants and the most prestigious wine shops internationally.

The experience gained from marking Stradivario and general research over the last few years has led to the creation of Arbest, one of the new generation Barberas that combines the longevity and international taste that ageing in new wood offers, but retains its original distinctive Piedmontese character. A new estate in Agliano d'Asti has been totally devoted to growing this grape for future outstanding crus.