We've produced red wines from many grape varieties over the years, but Barbera always stands out as an especially fun wine to drink. The wine is juicy with bright red and black fruit suggesting cherry, blackberry and plum. It possesses bright acidity that makes it feel fresh and food-friendly rather than heavy or demanding. The acidity gives it a mouthwatering, energetic feel and the tannins are usually softer than in many other red varieties, so it's less drying and more immediately drinkable. It pairs naturally with casual foods like pizza, pasta and burgers. We source the grapes from Lynn Chevalier's vineyard above Lake Mendocino in Calpella. The red volcanic soil there is perfect for inland red varieties.

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