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December 13, 2021

Day #[wpdts-day-of-year start=”post-created”] of the year.

Michele Chiarlo Barbera d’Asti Le Orme

Piedmont, Italy is famous for its big reds: Barolo and Barbaresco. But every Piedmontese will tell you they pour a Barbera any old day of the week more often than anything. And what’s Monday if not a perfect “any old day” to enjoy this juicy red? Versatile enough for whatever weekend leftovers you have (or, if you’re like me, whatever experimental new recipe you’re trying), I suggest you do like the Piedmontese and always have a bottle of Barbera on hand.

ORIGIN

Piedmont, Italy

Grapes

Barbera

Tasting Notes

Medium bodied and robust with rich, ripe fruit on the nose and an elegant palate.

Food Match

Pairs well with chicken, mushrooms, pork and grilled or roasted red meats.

AUTHOR:

Diana Zahuranec

Diana studied Anthropology at Penn State and Food Culture & Communications at the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Italy. After living la bella vita in Italy for six years, she returned to the U.S. and landed in NYC. She has been working in wine since 2012 and holds WSET 2. Loves Nebbiolo and amaro. Talk to her about Italy.