BARBERA 2022

April 2026 Red Wine of the Month
Barbera may be one of Italy’s most planted grapes, but there is nothing ordinary about what it brings to your glass. Our Barbera 2022 is a lively expression of this classic varietal, bursting with bright raspberry and tart cherry, layered with a gentle kiss of vanilla from its time in oak. Naturally low in tannins and high in acidity, it keeps each sip fresh and vibrant.

Sourced from the sun-drenched vineyards of Clarksburg in California’s Sacramento River Delta, this vintage spent 24 months aging in American oak, adding warmth and depth without stealing the spotlight from the fruit.

This is the kind of wine that cozy nights were invented for. Think bubbling pizza, hearty pastas, mushroom risotto, or a beautifully roasted chicken with fresh herbs. It plays just as nicely with an Italian sandwich as it does with a well-curated cheese board, especially alongside Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, Taleggio, aged Gouda, Gorgonzola, or Fontina.

Blend: 100% Barbera
Grower/Vineyard: Clarksburg, CA
Aged: American Oak, 24 months

Winemaker’s Tasting Notes
Color: deep ruby
Aroma: dark cherries, plums, vanilla, raisins, violets, anise, nutmeg
Palate: tart cherry, raspberry, dried plums, vanilla, cedar, herbs
Body: medium
Finish: juicy, vibrant acidity, smooth
Foods: pizza, pastas, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, fresh herbs, Italian sandwiches
Cheeses: Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino-Romano, and Taleggio, aged Gouda, Gorgonzola, and Fontina