# Barbera d'Alba (Prunotto)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC by [Prunotto](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/prunotto.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/prunotto-barbera-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Prunotto
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera
- **Harvest:** September 4th to 17th
- **Vinification:** Perfectly healthy grapes were destemmed and crushed. Maceration on the skins lasted 5-7 days at 28-30°C. Malolactic fermentation completed by mid-December. Lots from different vineyard parcels were blended in spring before bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** Serve at 16-18°C
- **Vintage:** 2025
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-05



## Summary

A traditional, fresh and easy-drinking Barbera from clay-and-sand vineyards, balanced by short-term oak ageing.

## Tasting notes

Bright ruby red. Generous on the nose, with blackberry and cherry notes. Elegant on the palate, with excellent freshness.