Barbera
Barbera is a grape variety widespread above all in Northern Italy. The areas of choice for the Barbera grape are Piedmont and Lombardy: in Piedmont it is above all the areas of Asti, Alba and Monferrato that contribute to the success of Barbera, which is also connoted for women, such as Barbera. Barbera grapes are in fact at the center of two important appellations such as that relating to Barbera d'Asti DOCG with at least 90%, Barbera del Monferrato Superiore DOCG with at least 85% of Barbera, Barbera d'Alba DOC with at least 85% of Barbera. From the lands of lower Piedmont, Barbera then spread to the area of the Tortona hills, Oltrepò Pavese, up to the Piacentino valleys. Due to its generous and vigorous nature, Barbera was then planted in other areas of the peninsula and still today we find it present in Umbria, Marche, Abruzzo, Campania, Apulia, Basilicata and Calabria. Like many European varieties, Barbera has followed the migratory flows that have brought it to some countries of the new world such as Australia, Argentina and to the United States in particular to California. Wine once considered to belong by right to the peasant culture and very edgy by virtue of high levels of acidity, today Barbera is vinified with avant-garde techniques that reduce its disruptive character to create wines for immediate consumption or with greater freshness as more cutlery and complex variants. With historical evidence that accredits the presence of the vine since the eighteenth century and with the enormous diffusion it has enjoyed in recent times, Barbera is no longer in the shadow of Nebbiolo e Grignolino as it can boast its own market, defined above all by the interest of the public who seems to have discovered and exploited its potential. This is also due to the fact that the Barbera grape has good vigor and is very productive: Above all this second characteristic is the basis of its success and its diffusion, so much so that together with Sangiovese, it remains today the most cultivated red grape variety in Italy. The grape produces quite large and heavy clusters, with dark blackish blueberries covered with abundant bloom. Barbera wine has very particular and recognizable characteristics: the color is ruby red with violet reflections. The nose expresses intense aromas with vinous notes, fresh aromas of ripe red fruit, violets and spices. The sip is dominated by an acidity that refreshes the palate in such an overwhelming way as to become the real distinctive feature of the wine. Among the most successful combinations we find the dishes of Piedmontese cuisine such as mixed boiled meats, cooked meats, agnolotti with meat sauce, cotechini, polenta and sausages, all foods that benefit from the acid freshness of Barbera to balance a certain fatness.
Barbera d'Asti and Barbera d'Alba
Barbera d'Asti DOCG and Barbera d'Alba DOC wines are produced in different municipalities and correspond to two different appellations. Despite being a few tens of kilometers away, the cities of Asti and Alba present two wines made from Barbera grapes with slightly different characteristics. Barbera d'Alba DOC, also present in the Superiore version, is usually vinified in purity even if it is not unusual to add a small percentage of Nebbiolo (maximum 15%). For Barbera d'Asti DOCG the percentage of Barbera grapes must be 90% while the grapes must come from land located between the provinces of Asti and Alessandria. For the mention 'Superiore' the Barbera d'Asti DOCG includes the mention of the name of the vineyard and respects a minimum aging of 14 months, of which at least 6 in wooden barrels.
What are the characteristics of Barbera wine?
Barbera wine has a medium or high intensity ruby red color. Floral and ripe fruit aromas emerge on the nose, while on the palate they are finished with a pleasant spiciness that suggests a medium or full body, good structure and distinct tannins. The finish can be medium or long.
What are the characteristics of the Barbera grape?
The Barbera grape has a medium, pentagonal, five-lobed leaf and has a compact pyramidal cluster with medium-sized berries, a medium-thick and bluish skin.
How many alcoholic degrees does Barbera wine reach?
Barbera d'Asti DOCG must have a minimum alcohol content of 12%. Barbera d'Alba DOC can have a minimum alcohol content of 11%.
Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG La Luna e i Falò 2022 Vite Colte
The Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Luna e il Falò by Vite Colte is born in the renowned company vineyards located in Asti, Piedmont.
It is produced entirely from Barbera grapes, selected and harvested entirely by hand. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 28-30 °C for about 15 days, followed quickly by the start of malolactic fermentation. Ageing takes place in barriques for about 12 months, during which this Barbera with its robust structure further enriches.
It is chara...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOCG La Luna e i Falò 2020 Vite Colte
The Barbera D'Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò by Vite Colte are born in the renowned company vineyards located in Asti, Piedmont.
It is produced entirely from Barbera grapes, selected and harvested entirely by hand. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 28 - 30 °C for about 15 days, followed quickly by the start of malolactic fermentation. The refinement takes place in barriques for about 12 months, during which this Barbera with its robust structure further enriches.
B...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC La Ginestra 2021 Paolo Conterno
The Barbera d'Alba La Ginestra by Paolo Conterno is produced in vineyards located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, in the province of Cuneo.
It is made entirely from hand-picked Barbera grapes. The fermentation is characterized by the use of special tanks that optimize color extraction through maceration. Subsequently, the wine matures for several months in oak barrels.
This Barbera has a deep ruby red color. On the nose, it opens with pleasant notes of cherry and blueberry, enriched by spi...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOC Bricco 2022 Paolo Conterno
The Barbera d'Asti Bricco by Paolo Conterno is made exclusively from Barbera grapes grown in the vineyards of Penango and Cioccaro, in the province of Asti. The vines, which grow on clay-limestone soils with a carbonatic nature, benefit from a sunny exposure and an altitude ranging between 250 and 270 meters above sea level. The grape harvest takes place manually between late September and early October, ensuring a careful selection of the bunches at the time of harvest.
After the crushing and de...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOC 2024 Marchesi di Gresy
Barbera d'Asti is produced by Marchesi di Gresy in the La Serra estate, one of their 4 estates together with Monte Aribaldo, Monte Colombo and Martinenga, all located in the Langhe or Monferrato and with an area of 45 hectares of vineyards.
The 100% Barbera grapes are carefully selected by hand before proceeding with red vinification with maceration with raised cap at a controlled temperature, during which repeated daily pumping over and periodic delestage are carried out. The aging takes place p...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOC Sabri 2023 Beni di Batasiolo
Barbera d'Asti Sabri is produced by the Batasiolo company, owned by the Dogliani family, which has been producing wine in the Langhe for over 4 decades.
The wine is made up of 100% Barbera grapes, which are destemmed and fermented for 10 days in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The wine ages partly in French oak barrels, partly in stainless steel tanks.
Garnet red in color, it expresses aromas of red fruit on the nose with woody and vegetable notes. The sip is fresh and intense, with excel...
View product pageBarbera del Monferrato DOC Frizzante La Monella 2024 Braida
Barbera del Monferrato La Monella by Braida comes from vineyards located in the municipalities of Rocchetta Tanaro and Costigliole d'Asti, in Piedmont.
It is produced with 100% Barbera grapes, harvested and selected only by hand. Fermentation takes place, with maceration on the skins, in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for 10 days. After a 4-month ageing in steel, the second fermentation takes place in a pressurized tank, according to the Charmat Method, with bottle ageing for abo...
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Barbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Alberto Ballarin
This Barbera d'Alba is produced by the Alberto Ballarin winery, located in La Morra, one of the most fascinating villages in the Langhe. The winery was born in the 80s by the will of Luigi and his sons Giorgio and Giovanni. In recent years, Giorgio's son, Alberto, decides to devote himself completely to the family business: this is how the Alberto Ballarin company was born.
The harvest is manual and takes place in October. The grapes are fermented in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The w...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Giovanni Rosso
The Barbera d'Alba of the Giovanni Rosso winery comes from the famous cellar located in Serralunga d'Alba.
The Barbera grapes are vinified with maceration on the skins for 10-15 days in thermo-controlled cement tanks. Before bottling, the wine ages in large French oak barrels for a few months.
Ruby red in colour, the bouquet offers fruity aromas of plums, blueberries and raspberries, with hints of wisteria. The sip is agile and harmonious, vibrant.
To be combined with cured meats, risottos and savo...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOCG La Luna e i Falò 2021 Vite Colte
Barbera d'Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò by Vite Colte was born in the renowned company vineyards located in Asti, in Piedmont.
It is produced entirely from Barbera grapes, selected and harvested entirely by hand. The alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 28 - 30 °C for about 15 days, which is quickly followed by the start of the malolactic fermentation. The refinement takes place in barriques for about 12 months, during which this Barbera with its robust structure fu...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOCG Granera Alta 2023 Cascina Chicco
Cascina Chicco's Barbera d'Alba Granera Alta is obtained only from Barbera grapes coming from the vineyard of the same name located in Castellinaldo d'Alba, in the heart of Roero.
The manual harvest of the grapes is followed by fermentation in steel, which maintains the freshness and purity of the fruit. The 6-month aging in oak barrels adds layers of complexity without overpowering the natural characteristics of the Barbera, enriching the wine with subtly spicy tones and greater softness.
The col...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Costa di Bussia
Costa di Bussia Barbera d'Alba comes from vines located on the hills around the delightful village of Alba.
The Barbera is vinified and then aged in small French oak barrels.
Ruby red in color, the nose reveals floral and red fruit aromas, especially wild strawberries. The sip is fresh and enveloping.
Excellent in combination with cheese and salami appetizers, grilled meats and game.
View product pageBarbera d’Alba DOC Brichet 2023 Ca' Viola
Ca 'Viola's Barbera d'Alba Brichet comes to life from a small plot of the Montelupo vineyard. The 20-year-old Barbera vines grow on soils rich in gray silty marl and reddish-yellow sandstone at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level, with south, south-east and south-west exposure.
Fermentation takes place in steel tanks with indigenous yeasts and maceration on the skins for about 15 days. The wine ages for 12 months in large barrels.
In the glass it shows a ruby red color with purple reflection...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOCG Montebruna 2021 Braida
Barbera d'Asti Montebruna by Braida comes from vineyards located in the municipality of Rocchetta Tanaro, in Piedmont.
It is produced exclusively from Barbera grapes, harvested and selected exclusively by hand. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for about 2 weeks. Subsequently the wine ages for 12 months in large oak barrels before being bottled.
Violet ruby red in color, Braida's Babera d'Asti Montebruna opens to the nose with fruity notes of ripe cherry a...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Pio Cesare
Pio Cesare's Barbera d'Alba comes from its own vineyards located in Serralunga d'Alba, Monforte d'Alba, Treisio, Sinio and Diano d'Alba. Each of these areas makes its own contribution to the final product, which thus takes on exclusive characteristics.
The grapes ferment in steel with maceration on the skins for about 20-25 days. The wine ages in French oak barrels for 12 months and in barrique for a small part.
It shows a ruby red color. The scents that envelop the nose tell sensations of ripe re...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC Cascina Nuova 2021 Mauro Veglio
Mauro Veglio's Barbera d'Alba Cascina Nuova is produced from land located adjacent to the Arborina cru, between 250 and 300 meters above sea level.
The winemaking process involves fermentation with maceration on the skins in steel tanks at a controlled temperature for approximately 30 days, followed by malolactic fermentation. Subsequently, the wine ages in small, partially new, second and third passage oak barrels for 18 months.
It has an intense ruby red color. The nose is broad and enveloping, ...
View product pageBarbera del Monferrato Frizzante DOC 2023 Duchessa Lia
The Barbera del Monferrato Frizzante Duchessa Lia is a wine obtained only from Barbera grapes from vineyards located between the provinces of Asti and Alessandria, on the hills of Monferrato.
It reveals itself on visual examination with an intense ruby red color. The nose resonates with characteristic vinous notes and red berry fruit. The palate is characterized by a good structure and soft and enveloping tannins, with a lively and sweet sip.
Ideal to accompany salami and braised meats, it is the ...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti Superiore DOC Ruj 2021 San Silvestro
The Barbera d'Asti Superiore Ruj di San Silvestro belongs to the Ruj collection, which in Piedmontese means oak, the type of wood used for the refinement of wines.
The Barbera grapes are vinified in thermo-controlled steel tanks. The wine then ages for 14 months, of which 6 months in French oak barrels.
Ruby red in color with garnet reflections, the nose reveals aromas of cherry and plum, blueberry jam and fruit in alcohol, with balsamic and spicy notes. The sip is structured and complex, soft and...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Mauro Veglio
Mauro Veglio's Barbera d'Alba is obtained only from Barbera grapes harvested in the vineyards located in the municipalities of Diano d'Alba, in the Bric area, and Serralunga d'Alba, in the Barbiasco area.
Fermentation takes place with maceration on the skins in steel at a controlled temperature for 26-28 days, followed by malolactic fermentation. The refinement continues in stainless steel until the following summer, preserving the freshness and purity of the fruit.
This wine has an intense ruby r...
View product pageNizza DOCG Cipressi 2022 Michele Chiarlo
Nizza Cipressi by Michele Chiarlo derives from the vineyards with the best exposure of the La Court farm, located in the municipality of Castelnuovo Calcea, in the province of Asti.
It is produced exclusively with Barbera grapes, harvested only by hand. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, with maceration in contact with the skins for 10-12 days. Once the malolactic fermentation is over, the wine ages for at least 18 months in wood, of which at least 12 months in large barrels.
It is character...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC La Ginestra 2020 Paolo Conterno
The Barbera d'Alba La Ginestra by Paolo Conterno is produced in vineyards located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, in the province of Cuneo.
It is made entirely from hand-picked Barbera grapes. The fermentation is characterized by the use of special tanks that optimize color extraction through maceration. Subsequently, the wine matures for several months in oak barrels.
This Barbera has a deep ruby red color. On the nose, it opens with pleasant notes of cherry and blueberry, enriched by spi...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC Raimonda 2022 Fontanafredda
Raimonda is a pure expression of Langa, embodied in one of the most traditional and territorial wines that the local hills can offer: Barbera d'Alba
Produced with only Barbera grapes, this fresh and fragrant red wine is vinified in steel containers, then aged for 12 months in wooden barrels and 2-3 months in bottle.
Sweet spices, raspberry and ripe cherry animate the inviting bouquet of this wine, which presents itself with a beautiful visual vitality thanks to its bright ruby red color. In the mo...
View product pageBarbera d'Alba DOC 2023 Cordero di Montezemolo
This Barbera comes from the vineyards of the Piedmontese company Cordero di Montezemolo, located in the province of Cuneo.
Obtained exclusively from Barbera grapes, harvested from different vineyards and carefully selected, the wine follows the classic red winemaking processes, also carrying out malolactic fermentation in wood. The product is then placed in French and Slavonian oak barrels for about 8 months. It is then marketed after a short aging in glass.
It has a very concentrated color, with ...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOCG Rossofuoco 2023 Vite Colte
Barbera d'Asti Rossofuoco comes from the vineyards of the Piedmontese company Vite Colte, located in the heart of the Asti hills.
Obtained entirely from Barbera grapes, grown integrally according to the organic regime, this wine carries out the classic stages of red winemaking, before being bottled and resting for a short period in glass.
It shows an intense ruby red color. The nose offers interesting vinous sensations, with fruity hints of plum and cherry as a side dish. In the mouth it shows a g...
View product pageBarbera d'Asti DOCG L'Avvocata 2023 Coppo
Luigi Coppo's Barbera d'Asti L'Avvocata is an emblematic expression of Barbera, the main grape variety of the southern Asti area, where the particular pedoclimatic conditions, with exposures that vary from south to south-east and south-west and a marl soil clayey-limestone with a prevalence of silt, favor the development of high quality grapes.
The harvest takes place in September, through a careful selection of the healthiest and ripest grapes in the vineyard, followed by maceration in contact w...
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