barbera d'asti
Barbera d'Asti DOCG was born in the territory of numerous municipalities in the province of Asti and Alessandria and represents a true excellence of this traditional Piedmontese red wine. According to the specifications, it must be produced, also for the Superior version, with at least 90% of Barbera. Barbera d'Asti DOCG must be subjected to a minimum aging period of 4 months, while the Superior type must be refined for 14 months, of which at least 6 in wooden barrels. In addition, the Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG version must have a minimum natural alcoholic strength by volume of 12.5%.