# Barbera Passito (Beppe Marino)

> Red, Piemonte DOC Barbera Passito by [Beppe Marino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/beppe-marino.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/beppe-marino-barbera-passito).

- **Producer:** Beppe Marino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Barbera Passito
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Piemonte, Monferrato
- **Vinification:** Grapes are selected and dried on rows sheltered from rain, then classic red vinification with soft pressing and fermentation in temperature-controlled fermenters (28-30 C) for about 10-15 days with micro-oxygenation. After fermentation the wine is racked and aged 9-12 months in barriques, then 6 months in steel before bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 C, decanted 1 hour before
- **Storage:** Store the bottle horizontally
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A Barbera made from grapes dried on the vine rows, revived from an old Langhe and Monferrato tradition. Aged in barriques, 15% alcohol, 6 g/l total acidity.

## Tasting notes

Intense red with violet reflections turning garnet with age. Fine, persistent, balanced bouquet with floral notes and wild berries.

## Food pairings

Excellent with elaborate meat dishes, boiled meats and vitello tonnato, or as a meditation wine.