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      • Barbera d’Alba DOC is an appellation of Piedmont, in northwest Italy, famed for its tangy, cherry-like red wines made from Barbera grapes.
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  2. Jun 13, 2023 · The Barbera d’Alba DOC is in the beautiful Piedmont region. Thanks to the protective embrace of the Alps, this place is like a cozy sanctuary for vineyards. The mountains act as a shield, keeping pesky winds at bay and creating a rain shadow effect.

  3. Barbera d’Alba DOC is an appellation of Piedmont, in northwest Italy, famed for its tangy, cherry-like red wines made from Barbera grapes. Barbera has ancient origins, although it has only been traceably documented since the 17th century.

  4. Piedmont DOC/DOCG Wine Map. This map is somewhat generalized as it includes all 59 DOC/DOCG of Piemonte. Some zones may appear larger than actual zone. Red Wines of Piedmont. Below, you’ll see detailed notes on the major varieties and corresponding regional wines.

  5. The Barbera d’Alba DOC is a single varietal wine, and therefore can be made exclusively by Barbera grapes. Its sturdiness, and constant, abundant output is one reason for its popularity all over Piedmont, but it was used to replace the vines ravaged in the early years of the century by an outbreak of phylloxera.

  6. A Guide to the Barbera d’Alba Region. On the steep slopes surrounding the town of Alba within the Piemonte region, ensconced in a scenery dictated by vines, Barbera fruits share soil with the noble Nebbiolo and the often overlooked Dolcetto.

  7. Dolcetto d’Alba is one of seven Dolcetto-focused DOC wines produced in Italy’s north-western Piedmont region. The wine is considered the most notable of the Dolcetto classified reds, thanks to the considerable number of quality producers in the vicinity.

  8. The wine comes from the area around the city of Alba and is made from the Barbera grape (85-100%) with the permitted addition of the native Nebbiolo (0-15%). Barbera d'Alba DOC is ruby red wine as young. With age, it becomes more garnet.