2022 Azienda Agricola Accornero Giulio e Figli 'La Mattacchiona' Barbera del Monferrato DOC

This slightly fizzy Barbera shows off characteristic ripe red-fruit aromas, with dominant notes of cherry and raspberry and subtle floral hints. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, with pronounced acidity balanced by modest tannins and a firm freshness. Flavors of juicy red fruits persist through a lingering finish. The wine’s slight effervescence adds a noticeable lift without overwhelming or overtaking the core fruit character. Delicious.

Azienda Agricola Accornero Giulio e Figli is a family-run winery in Vignale Monferrato, Piedmont, with roots stretching back to Bartolomeo Accornero in the late 19th century and four generations of continuous vine growing. The estate’s vineyards cover roughly 20 hectares around Cascina Ca’ Cima, and while the cellar uses modern equipment, winemaking remains grounded in traditional practices aimed at expressing the local terroir. The family produces a range of wines typical of Monferrato, including a Barbera del Monferrato DOC that is vinous, fruity, and characteristically lively.

This particular bottling, La Mattacchiona, is made from 100% Barbera, undergoes medium-long maceration, and is bottled after cold stabilization. The winery describes it as pleasant and slightly sparkling, with enough effervescence to give the wine freshness and versatility at the table. (We agree!)