# Piemonte Barbera (F.lli Facchino)

> Red, Piemonte DOC Barbera by [F.lli Facchino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/f-lli-facchino.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/f-lli-facchino-piemonte-barbera).

- **Producer:** F.lli Facchino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Barbera
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Rocca Grimalda and Carpeneto
- **Soil:** Clayey
- **Exposure:** South-south/east
- **Harvest:** Second ten days of October
- **Vineyard planting:** At 260m altitude on a hillside; spurred cordon (controspalliera) training, Guyot-pruned, planted at 0.90m x 2.60m, about 4,270 vines/ha.
- **Vinification:** Maceration for 7 days at 26°C; alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperature (26°C) with periodic délestage.
- **Serving temperature:** 16°C
- **Storage:** Can be cellared for 6-7 years.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

A young, lively Piemonte DOC Barbera from Rocca Grimalda and Carpeneto, made for freshness rather than long ageing.

## Tasting notes

Red with violet reflections. A characteristic vinous nose with pleasant herbal notes typical of the vine and area. Lively, fresh, soft, velvety and well-balanced on the palate.

## Food pairings

Pairs well with meat mains and cheese, especially bollito, braised red meat, game and aged hard cheeses.