Grape · Red
Barbera
RedWSET level 2
High acidity but low tannin - unusual for red grapes. Deep color. Versatile and approachable. Second most planted red grape in Italy.
- Origin
- Piedmont, Italy
- Climate
- Moderate, continental
- Skin colour
- Dark blue
- Alcohol
- 13-14.5%
- Ageing potential
- Moderate
Taste profile
Aromas
- Sour cherry
- Plum
- Clove
- Herbs
- Blackberry
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Barbera d'Asti
- Barbera d'Alba
Food
Pasta with tomato sauce, pizza, salami, truffle
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