Barbera [bar-bear-uh]

Definition: An important red grape grown in the Piedmont region of Italy

Grown primarily in: Italy, South America, United States and Yugoslavia

Best Climate: Hot

Winemaking: Varietal

Nose: Blackberry, cherry, spice and chocolate.

Mouth: Full body, high in both acids and tannins

Note: This is a wine that ages for a long period of time and is the most planted grape in Italy.

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