The Wine Profile

1 What type of oak revolutionised premium Barbera winemaking?

A Japanese oak B French oak barriques C Cherry wood D Bamboo

2 What colour does Barbera wine typically display?

A Pale straw yellow B Light salmon pink C Deep purple-ruby with violet tints D Amber orange

3 Which style of Barbera is best suited to cellaring for a few years?

A A light Barbera intended to be drunk right away B A modern Barbera aged in small oak barrels C A young, fruity Barbera with no oak aging at all D A classic Barbera made in large neutral oak casks

4 What tannin level does Barbera typically have?

A Low to moderate tannins B Extremely high tannins C No tannins at all D The highest tannins of any grape

5 What is the body level of typical Barbera?

A Very light bodied, like Pinot Grigio B Medium to full bodied C Always ultra-light and watery D The heaviest wine in the world

6 What is Barbera's most important structural feature that makes it a great food wine?

A High acidity that brings freshness and balance to food B High alcohol that adds body and warmth to the wine C High tannins that provide grip and structure on the palate D High residual sugar that balances bold flavors in food