Barbera

Color	Red
Vigor	Moderate
Budbreak	Early
Harvest	Midseason

Origin/History
Second most-planted variety in Italy (the first being Sangiovese) Believed to have originated in the hills of Monferrato in central Piedmont. While Barbera is most important in northwest Italy, the New World has embraced the grape for its high acidity which tends to impart “freshness” in blended wines.

Wine
Often used in blending to give softness to overly tannic wines and structure to lighter wines. Barbera-based wines tend to show best when young with bright fruit, good acidity and smooth tannins.

Clone Info Currently Available

VCR 15 (FPS 08)
PLANT: Medium small clusters, lower than average weight. High sugar.

WINE: Deep red color, aroma delicate and fruit flavored scent. It is adaptable for the production of good structure of aging.

VCR 19 (FPS 07)
PLANT: Small clusters, lower than average weight. Consistent productivity.

WINE: Ruby red color, spicy, of good body and structure. It is adaptable for the production of good structure of aging.