Barbera d’Asti DOCG

The Barbera d’Asti DOCG is one of the most prestigious appellations in Italy, the emblem of the Barbera variety and of the Piedmontese land. Recognised as a Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita in 2008, this appellation covers a wide area of Monferrato, in the provinces of Asti and Alessandria, where the Barbera variety finds its finest expressions thanks to a unique terroir and a centuries-old winegrowing tradition.

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Characteristics of Barbera d’Asti DOCG

Colour

• Deep ruby red with purple highlights in the young wines.
• Garnet hues in aged or riserva wines.

Aromas

• Fruity: Notes of cherry, sour cherry, plum and berries.
• Floral: Hints of violet and rose.
• Spicy: Hints of vanilla, cocoa and tobacco in wood-aged wines.

Palate

• Fresh and lively: Thanks to the natural acidity typical of Barbera.
• Full-bodied and structured: Especially in the superiore and riserva versions.
• Balanced: With soft tannins and a persistent finish.

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Production Rules

Production Area

Barbera d’Asti DOCG is produced in around 167 municipalities in the provinces of Asti and Alessandria, where the hillside soils, often rich in limestone and clay, contribute to the complexity and finesse of the wine.

Grape variety

The appellation requires a minimum of **90% Barbera grapes**, with a maximum of 10% of other non-aromatic black grape varieties permitted in Piedmont.

Versions and Ageing

• Barbera d’Asti: A young, fresh wine, with a minimum of 4 months' ageing.
• Barbera d’Asti Superiore: It requires ageing of at least 14 months, 6 of them in wood, for a more structured, complex profile.
• Barbera d’Asti Riserva: Minimum ageing of 24 months, ideal for long-lived, intense wines.

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Food Pairings

Barbera d’Asti Giovane

• Starters: Cured meats, fresh cheeses, vitello tonnato.
• First Courses: Agnolotti del plin, pasta with ragù, risottos.

Barbera d’Asti Superiore and Riserva

• Red Meat: Roasts, braised meats, game.
• Aged Cheeses: Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, Castelmagno.

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Why Choose Barbera d’Asti DOCG?

Barbera d’Asti DOCG is the essence of Piedmont, combining freshness, elegance and intensity. Ideal for anyone looking for a versatile wine, suited both to convivial moments and to important occasions, this appellation is a perfect example of the Italian art of winemaking.