Barbera del Monferrato
⏳ Drinking Window
2025 - 2027
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
cured meats, mushroom tagliatelle, roasted pork
✨ Technical Specifications
The Monferrato hills of Piedmont are widely celebrated as the ancestral cradle of the Barbera grape, where it has been cultivated since at least the 13th century. The 2024 vintage in Monferrato was defined by a damp, demanding spring followed by a hot, dry late summer, which ultimately preserved the grape's hallmark vibrant acidity while allowing for excellent phenolic ripeness. This Barbera del Monferrato captures the classic, energetic spirit of the region, offering a bright ruby color and expressive aromas of red cherries, wild blackberries, and subtle earthy undertones. Fermented in stainless steel to preserve its fresh, fruit-forward character, this wine reflects the traditional, everyday drinking style cherished by Piedmontese locals for generations.
🍾 About the Producer
Azienda Agricola Giovanna Macario is a traditional, family-operated estate nestled in the rolling hills of Grazzano Badoglio in Piedmont's renowned Monferrato district. Grounded in generations of local agrarian heritage, the winery focuses on classic, terroir-driven viticulture across its mineral-rich, clay-limestone soils. The estate is dedicated to highlighting native Piedmontese grape varieties through time-honored vinification methods that emphasize purity of fruit and varietal integrity. Giovanna Macario is particularly recognized for its vibrant, expressive Barbera del Monferrato, crafting wines marked by energetic acidity, juicy red fruit profiles, and an authentic sense of regional character.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Barbera