About Barbera d'Alba Superiore Donna Elena
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Barbera
- Price Range
- $55-70
- US retail, ex-tax
- Alcohol
- 14-14.5%
A structured, barrel-aged Barbera from old vine selections planted in the lean, mineral-rich soils of Barbaresco village. Fermented in steel and aged roughly 20 months in large Slavonian oak botti, it opens with strawberry and rhubarb jam and fresh herbs, with wild red and blue berries shining on a pure, balanced palate.
Donna Elena shows how good Barbera can be when it's not an afterthought — the acidity keeps it lifted, the fruit keeps it generous.
New to wine?
Juicy and food-friendly — an easy way to enjoy Piedmont's other great red grape.
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled or braised pork, tomato-based pasta, and charcuterie.
When to drink it
Family dinners, pizza and pasta nights, casual gatherings
Terroir & Winemaking
From old-vine Barbera selections on lean, mineral soils in the village of Barbaresco. Fermented in stainless steel, aged approximately 20 months in large Slavonian oak botti. Hand-harvested, organic viticulture.
About the producer
Cascina delle RoseElegant, terroir-driven Barbaresco from Rio Sordo and Tre Stelle.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Donna Elena different from a typical Barbera d'Alba?
- It comes from old-vine selections on lean, mineral soils and is aged in large Slavonian oak botti for about 20 months, giving it more structure and depth than a simple, unoaked Barbera.
- What does it taste like?
- Strawberry and rhubarb jam with fresh herbs on the nose, followed by pure, balanced wild red and blue berry fruit on the palate.
- What food should I pair it with?
- Grilled or braised pork, tomato-based pasta dishes, and charcuterie are classic pairings; it also works well with sweet-savory Japanese dishes like simmered pork belly.
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