Barbera
Barbera, often overshadowed by Barolo in Piedmont, is a beloved everyday red wine variety with widespread plantings around the world.
Pronunciation
bar-bear-uh
Introduction
Barolo is what everyone talks about from Piedmont, but Barbera is what everyone drinks! This everyday red can be found in vineyards around the world.
Characteristics
High Acidity
Medium-bodied Body
Low Tannins
Flavors and Taste
Bone-dry
Medium-full Body
Low Tannins
High Acidity
13.5–15% ABV
Key Regions
Serving Suggestions
Alcohol by Volume
14-15%
High alcohol
Serving Temperature
16-18°C (61-65°F)
Cellar temperature - light reds
Decanting
15-30 minutes
Brief aeration
Glass Type
aroma-collector
Food Pairing
Barbera is a food-friendly wine and works well with medium-intensity dishes. Make your pairings pop by adding flavors like cherries, sage, anise, cinnamon, white pepper, or sumac.