About Barbera d'Alba DOC Pilade
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Barbera
- Price Range
- $18-25
- reference conversion from overseas retail prices; not an official Japan import price
- Alcohol
- 14%
Barbera d'Alba Pilade is Cascina Ballarin's Barbera bottling, named in memory of Mr. Pilade, the former owner of the vineyard parcel now farmed by the estate. Sourced from vines averaging around 30 years old, it is a fruit-forward, food-friendly red with the characteristic bright acidity of Barbera, listed on the estate's official website and carried by several European retailers including Vinissimus and Quattrocalici.
A dependable, honest Barbera that shows Cascina Ballarin can deliver charm and freshness well below its Barolo price point.
New to wine?
An easy, everyday introduction to Piedmontese reds — juicy fruit with refreshing acidity and soft tannins.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with hearty pasta dishes, roasted meats, and cured meats. Its bright acidity also complements Japanese dishes like grilled yakitori with tare sauce or simmered pork belly (buta no kakuni).
When to drink it
Casual weeknight dinners, pizza and pasta nights, and everyday drinking.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Barbera from vines averaging approximately 30 years old. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, then aged 6 months in oak barrels followed by an additional 6 months of bottle refinement before release.
About the producer
Cascina BallarinSingle-vineyard Barolo craft from four generations of the Viberti familyVisit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is this wine called 'Pilade'?
- It is named in memory of Mr. Pilade, the former owner of the vineyard parcel that Cascina Ballarin now farms.
- What does Barbera d'Alba Pilade taste like?
- It is a fruit-driven red with black cherry and plum character, gentle oak spice, soft tannins, and Barbera's signature refreshing acidity.
- Is this wine good for everyday drinking?
- Yes, it is an approachable, food-friendly Barbera meant to be enjoyed young rather than cellared long-term.
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