# Piemonte Barbera (Cantina Clavesana)

> Red, Piemonte DOC Barbera by [Cantina Clavesana](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-clavesana.md), Dogliani, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-clavesana-piemonte-barbera).

- **Producer:** Cantina Clavesana
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Barbera
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Production area:** Widely produced across Piemonte; vineyards at 250-450 m altitude.
- **Soil:** Clay with some sand and stones of varying size.
- **Exposure:** East-west
- **Harvest:** September
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot-trained, vines 20-35 years old, density 3,800-4,500 vines/ha, yield up to 11 t/ha.
- **Vinification:** Alcoholic fermentation around 28-30°C in steel tanks fitted with punch-down devices, maceration about 7-9 days, aged in steel. Alcohol 13%, minimum acidity 4.5 g/l.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

An everyday Piemonte DOC Barbera, widely enjoyed across the region.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red. Winy notes with a hint of blackberry and bilberry on the nose. Varietal acidity on the palate with a savoury, slightly bitter finish.

## Food pairings

Light but flavourful Piemontese first courses, giardiniera, agnolotti, and medium-aged cheeses; good for an informal dinner with piadina or pizza.