# Serena (Isolabella della Croce)

> Red, Barbera d'Asti DOCG Superiore by [Isolabella della Croce](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/isolabella-della-croce.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/isolabella-della-croce-serena).

- **Producer:** Isolabella della Croce
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Asti DOCG Superiore
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Production area:** Calamandrana
- **Exposure:** Southwest, South
- **Vineyard planting:** 6,000 vines per hectare; yield 50 quintals per hectare.
- **Vinification:** Hand-harvested at full ripeness, destemmed and gently pressed. The must ferments in horizontal fermenters at a controlled 26-28°C, then ages in 25 hl French oak barrels for about 12 months.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26


## Summary

Elegance and an emphasis on the fruit and typicity of the grape are its defining characteristics.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with lovely violet reflections, an intense, characteristic fruity aroma. Dry, savory and fresh on the palate, with good persistence, pleasant and easy to drink.

## Food pairings

Its structure and typically Piedmontese character, which enhance Barbera's fruit, make it ideal with first courses in elaborate meat sauces and with grilled red meat, stews, roasts and game.