# Barbera d'Alba (Rocche Costamagna)

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

- **Producer:** Rocche Costamagna
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Soil:** Calcareous, clay
- **Vinification:** Maceration for six to seven days at 27 °C; partial ageing in French oak barrels
- **Serving temperature:** 15 to 16 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

A fresh, fruity Barbera d'Alba, partly aged in French oak. Cellaring potential 4 to 8 years.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red with purple highlights. Very fruity, with plum and morello cherry. The fruit widens and intensifies on the palate while keeping its freshness, with a soft almond aftertaste.

## Food pairings

Pasta and risotto; excellent with salami, cheese and poultry