# Barbarossa (Cantine Balbiano)

> Red, Freisa di Chieri Superiore DOCG by [Cantine Balbiano](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantine-balbiano.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantine-balbiano-barbarossa).

- **Producer:** Cantine Balbiano
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Freisa di Chieri Superiore DOCG
- **Grape:** Freisa
- **Production area:** Chieri area, Collina Torinese
- **Vinification:** Brief maturation in wood followed by cement, then further refinement in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 16°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26



## Summary

Barbarossa is made from a selection of grapes from the estate's oldest vineyards; ageing draws out the structure, finesse and fullness Freisa can reach over time.

## Tasting notes

Fruity scents give way to leather. Drier on the palate, with well defined but not overpowering tannins.

## Food pairings

Mature cheeses, stuffed pasta, full-bodied meat sauces and meat main courses such as braised and roasted meats.