# Vigna Santo Stefano di Perno (Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC by [Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/giuseppe-mascarello-e-figlio.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/giuseppe-mascarello-e-figlio-vigna-santo-stefano-di-perno-2).

- **Producer:** Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Cru / vineyard:** Vigna Santo Stefano
- **Production area:** Vigna Santo Stefano in Perno, Monforte d'Alba (CN)
- **Harvest:** Beginning of October
- **Vinification:** Traditional-style floating cap fermentation of estate-grown grapes for 15 to 20 days, then matured in medium-sized oak barrels for a few months or sometimes stabilised in inert tank. Bottled three years after the vintage. Expected cellar life 10 to 15 years.
- **Serving temperature:** approx. 18°C
- **Storage:** Lying down in cool, dark surroundings
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30


## Summary

Barbera d'Alba from the Vigna Santo Stefano in Perno, Monforte d'Alba.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red tending to purplish. Fruity aroma of ripe grapes, intense, varietal. Powerful stuffing and excellent body, well balanced, varietal character.

## Food pairings

Red and white meats, fresh and mature cheeses, cold cuts, pasta dishes.