Barbera del Monferrato Superiore
Wine · PDO · 212 municipalities
Elevated to DOCG status in 2009, Barbera del Monferrato Superiore distinguishes itself from neighboring Piemonte appellations through a strict single-tier classification that completely omits a "riserva" designation. Produced across 212 municipalities, including Acqui Terme, this red wine must contain at least 85% Barbera, with the remainder composed of Freisa, Grignolino, or Dolcetto. To earn the "Superiore" title, the wine undergoes a mandatory aging process of at least 14 months, with a minimum of 6 months spent maturing in wood. This process yields a dry, full-bodied profile with a minimum alcohol content of 13.0% vol, offering an intense, characteristically ethereal aroma as it matures.
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red tending to garnet with aging
- Taste
- dry, still, full-bodied, more harmonious with adequate aging, pleasant, full-flavored
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Barbera del Monferrato Superiore produced?
- Barbera del Monferrato Superiore is produced in 212 municipalities in Piedmont, Italy: Acqui Terme, Agliano Terme, Albugnano, Alfiano Natta and more.
- What grape is Barbera del Monferrato Superiore made from?
- Barbera del Monferrato Superiore is made from Barbera (min 85%), Freisa, Grignolino e Dolcetto (da soli o congiuntamente).
- How long must Barbera del Monferrato Superiore age?
- Barbera del Monferrato Superiore must age at least 14 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Barbera del Monferrato Superiore?
- The minimum alcohol content of Barbera del Monferrato Superiore is 13% vol.
- What does DOCG mean?
- DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) is the highest tier of Italian wine classification, with government-sealed guarantees on origin and quality.