# Barbera d'Alba Superiore (F.lli Parusso)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore by [F.lli Parusso](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/f-lli-parusso.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/f-lli-parusso-barbera-d-alba-superiore).

- **Producer:** F.lli Parusso
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Production area:** Selected old vines (about 30 years old) in Monforte d'Alba
- **Exposure:** South
- **Vineyard planting:** Density 5,000 plants/ha, altitude 370m a.s.l., from selected old vines about 30 years old.
- **Vinification:** After a soft pressing, a long maceration occurs; alcoholic fermentation starts spontaneously with indigenous yeasts without using sulfites. Aged at least 4 months in small oak barrels in contact with indigenous yeasts, then in bottle at a controlled temperature of 15°C.
- **Serving temperature:** 16°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore made from selected old vines around 30 years old in Monforte d'Alba, aged in small oak barrels.

## Tasting notes

Deep purple red. Intense nose with raspberry notes. Mellow, rich, full-bodied palate.

## Food pairings

Red meat roasts, pasta dishes and cheeses.