# Barbera d'Alba Superiore (Gigi Rosso)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore by [Gigi Rosso](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/gigi-rosso.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/gigi-rosso-barbera-d-alba-superiore).

- **Producer:** Gigi Rosso
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Langhe
- **Harvest:** Not stated
- **Vinification:** Traditional vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Aged 18 months in large Slavonian oak barrels and 6 months in bottle. 14% alcohol.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A full-bodied Barbera from the Langhe, aged 18 months in large Slavonian oak plus 6 months in bottle.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red. Woodland flowers and dried herbs. Full-bodied, smooth, with good acidity, fresh fruit and almonds; black cherry and tar notes develop after one to two years in bottle.

## Food pairings

Any course of the meal; meat, pasta and cheese.