# Barbera d’Alba DOC Gisep (Massolino - Vigna Rionda)

> Red, Barbera d’Alba DOC by [Massolino - Vigna Rionda](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/massolino-vigna-rionda.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/massolino-vigna-rionda-barbera-d-alba-doc-gisep).

- **Producer:** Massolino - Vigna Rionda
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d’Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Production area:** Alba
- **Soil:** Mixed consistency tending towards limestone.
- **Exposure:** Excellent exposure
- **Vinification:** After about 10 days of temperature controlled fermentation (around 30°C) in oak fermenters (“tini”), the wine matures partly in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks for up to 18 months.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-26


## Summary

A mature and structured Barbera, which receives greater expressive depth thanks to a longer period of ageing. It is released onto the market from the second year of ageing. "Gisep" is the Piedmontese version of the name Giuseppe, and this wine is a tribute to our grandfather, who was instrumental to the growth of our estate. We make it from a selection of grapes from different vineyards, in the best vintages only. Structured and opulent, pleasantly complex and rounded, with surprising longevity.

## Tasting notes

{"appearance":"Deep purplish, almost impenetrable red.","bouquet":"Elegant, sweet and tempting, the fruity notes characteristic of Barbera emerge.","flavour":"Thanks to its structure and concentration, it offers the palate sensations that only great wines can give; it reveals a decisive character in the smoothness created by the ripe grapes and the maturing process; it is released for sale in its second year."}

## Food pairings

Ideal with fresh egg pasta and rich, tasty sauces, with main courses featuring meat, such as the sumptuous Piedmont-style assortment of boiled meats and meat stews. It is also perfect with medium-mature cow’s milk cheeses.