Barbera Del Sannio

Red

A distinctive black grape variety native to Campania's Benevento province, Barbera del Sannio has evolved from an anonymous blending grape into a source of elegant varietal wines. Despite its name, this variety bears no genetic relationship to Piedmont's famous Barbera, representing instead the unique viticultural heritage of southern Italy's mountainous interior.

Key Characteristics

  • Vigorous growth habit with natural disease resistance
  • Thick-skinned berries providing natural protection
  • Medium-bodied wines with notable aromatic intensity
  • Deep color contribution from anthocyanin-rich skins
  • Distinctive terroir expression of Campanian highlands

Typical Flavors

Red cherryDark plumMediterranean herbsVioletEarthBlack pepperMineral undertones

Major Regions

Valle Telesina · Castelvenere · Sannio DOC · Benevento Province · Campanian Hills · Central-Southern Italy · Select Campanian Estates

Also Known As

Barbetta

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