# Barbera d'Asti (LHV Avezza)

> Red, Barbera d'Asti DOCG by [LHV Avezza](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/lhv-avezza.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/lhv-avezza-barbera-d-asti).

- **Producer:** LHV Avezza
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Asti DOCG
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Soil:** Marne di Sant'Agata Fossili (the same formation found at La Morra, in the Barolo area), limestone rock rich in silt and clay
- **Harvest:** Second and third ten days of September
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted 2002
- **Vinification:** Soft pressing, fermentation on the skins for 8 to 10 days with daily pumping over at controlled temperature. Malolactic fermentation and at least 6 months in steel tanks.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Barbera has always given generous wines, rich in colour and structure, balanced by an acidity that keeps them fresh and easy to drink. Available in 0.75 l and 1.5 l.

## Tasting notes

Colour: ruby red. Nose: delicate, with hints of spice and red fruit. Palate: notably fresh, dry and harmonious.

## Food pairings

First and second courses of meat, cured meats, cheeses