Red Grape
Barbera
bar-BEAR-ah/bɑːrˈbɛrə/
Piedmont's everyday wine, Barbera offers bright cherry fruit with refreshing acidity and soft tannins. It's incredibly versatile with food and offers great value.
Serving Temp
15-17°C (59-63°F)
Aging Potential
3-10 years
Glass Type
Standard red wine glass
Color
Deep ruby to purple
Flavor Profile
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Signature Aromas
Sour Cherry
Blackberry
Licorice
Herbs
Black Pepper
Origin
Piedmont
Italy
History & Origins
First mentioned in 1798, Barbera was long considered Piedmont's workhorse grape. Modern winemaking has elevated it to serious status.
Famous Wines
Giacomo Conterno Barbera d'Alba
Giacomo Conterno
Alba
Did You Know?
- •Piedmont's most planted grape
- •High acidity makes it food-friendly
- •Originally considered a peasant grape
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