Barbera
/bar-BEHR-ah/Barbera is Piedmont's workhorse red grape, producing juicy, tangy, food-friendly wines with pronounced acidity and soft tannins. Approachable young, it pairs effortlessly with nearly anything, and the best Langhe expressions show remarkable depth and freshness.
🍇 Red grapemedium bodydry
Grape profile
Character & style
| Trait | Character |
|---|---|
| Body | medium |
| Acidity | high |
| Tannins | low |
| Sweetness | dry |
| Alcohol tendency | medium |
| Origin | Piedmont, Italy |
| Common flavours | cherry, red fruit, black pepper, earth, anise |
| Aromas | red cherry, blackberry, raspberry, spice, licorice |
Pairing
Best food pairings
- Pasta
- pizza
- tomato sauce
- roasted meats
- salami
Where it thrives
Key regions for Barbera
Italy, United States, Argentina, Australia