this expression of magliocco and gaglioppo (two native grapes of calabria) is less opulent and rich than serramonte but shows more elegance and harmony overall. you still get mature fruit aromas of raisins and prunes but the mouthfeel is bright, thick and delicious. from giampaolo venica and his calabrian venure, balbia is an ancient name given to this part of the world by the romans.
Balbium