# Momparone (Beppe Marino)

> Red, Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG by [Beppe Marino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/beppe-marino.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/barbera-d-asti-docg-superiore-momparone).

- **Producer:** Beppe Marino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Momparone
- **Production area:** Piemonte, Monferrato, communes of Vinchio and Vaglio (AT)
- **Vinification:** Classic red vinification with crushing and destemming, fermentation in temperature-controlled fermenters (28-30 C) for about 10-15 days with micro-oxygenation. After fermentation the wine is racked and aged in barriques, then a further 6 months in steel before bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 C, better if decanted 1 hour before
- **Storage:** Store the bottle horizontally
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A Barbera d'Asti Superiore from the Vinchio and Vaglio hills, aged in barriques and then in steel. 14.5% alcohol, 6.35 g/l total acidity.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red with violet reflections. Fruity, persistent and vinous nose, from wild berries to coffee, with vanilla, cedar, dried fruit and flowers. Full and intense on the palate with noble tannins and a slight balsamic hint.

## Food pairings

Important occasions. Suited to strong meats, elaborate first courses, and especially game and hunted meats.