# Barbanera (I Moncalvi)

> Red, Vino Rosso by [I Moncalvi](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/i-moncalvi.md), Gavi, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/i-moncalvi-barbanera).

- **Producer:** I Moncalvi
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Vino Rosso
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Vinification:** Soft pressing of Barbera grapes.
- **Serving temperature:** 20 °C
- **Storage:** Suited to long ageing, best drunk with patience.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

A red from softly pressed Barbera, joined by a few bunches of rare native grapes. Suited to long ageing.

## Tasting notes

Colour: rather deep ruby red that softens with age. Aroma: pleasantly winey, sometimes with a hint of dog rose. Palate: dry, good body, not aggressive acidity and rather soft.

## Food pairings

Tasty first courses such as tagliatelle with ragù, game, braised meats and hard cheeses aged 2 to 3 years.