Barbera Bianca
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 975, Bertolino, Peisin line
Barbera Bianca is a white wine grape with signature aromas of orchard fruit, mineral note, lees. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, High alcohol. Often confused with Barbera and Cortese.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on very high acidity and restrained fruit profile.
- Check frame as medium body with high acidity and low tannin.
Confidence signals
- Barbera Bianca profile
- High-acid Piedmont white marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Piedmont · Alessandria · Monferrato
- Classic styles: Piedmont Barbera Bianca white with high acid and restrained fruit · Dry medium-bodied Langhe/Asti white under the Barbera Bianca prime
Common questions
Is Barbera Bianca a red or white grape variety?
Barbera Bianca is a white wine grape variety.
What does Barbera Bianca smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Barbera Bianca include orchard fruit, mineral note and lees. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, High alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Barbera Bianca?
Documented tells for Barbera Bianca: Anchor on very high acidity and restrained fruit profile. and Check frame as medium body with high acidity and low tannin..
What is Barbera Bianca most often confused with in blind tasting?
Barbera Bianca is most commonly confused with Barbera, Cortese and Arneis. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Barbera Bianca grown?
Classic regions for Barbera Bianca include Piedmont, Alessandria and Monferrato.