The Barbera vine has been cultivated for over 500 years and today is considered the main red grape variety in Piedmont, where it covers about 30% of the 43,000 hectares of vineyards in the Region. Barbera d’Asti is made from its grapes, which in Piedmont find particularly favorable soil and climate conditions for its ripening. The grapes grown on the sunniest hills in the territories of Asti and Monferrato are usually harvested between mid and late September. Barbera d’Asti is usually vinified in steel to produce fresh and young wine, while the use of barrels and barriques has developed over the years.

Barbera d’Asti DOCG became a DOC in 1970, while DOCG recognition was granted in 2008. According to the DOCG production regulations, Barbera d’Asti must be produced using at least 90% Barbera grapes, while the remaining 10% may consist of other non-aromatic black grape varieties approved for cultivation in the Piedmont region. In addition, the regulations state that Barbera d’Asti must have a minimum total alcohol content of 12% by volume. Thanks to these characteristics, it is able to satisfy even the most curious and demanding consumers, making it one of the most widely appreciated red wines in the world.

Barbera d’Asti del Botolo is made exclusively from 100% Barbera grapes sourced from vines over 25 years old and vinified in stainless steel tanks. Ruby red in color, it offers an intense bouquet with floral and fruity notes, a soft medium body, good balance, and excellent persistence on the palate.