Oddero Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2022
Founded in 1878, Poderi e Cantine Oddero has remained family-owned and passionately dedicated to the vineyards of La Morra and Barolo. For over a century, their wines have expressed the true soul of Piedmont—wines of character, depth, and authenticity.
Today, I’m thrilled to share their 2022 Barbera d’Alba Superiore, a shining example of why Barbera, in the right hands, belongs on every serious wine lover’s table. The “Superiore” designation is not just a title—it is a guarantee of quality. Barbera d’Alba Superiore must come from lower-yielding vines, spend extra time in barrel, and deliver a depth and structure above its peers. Oddero’s bottling does all that and more, offering intense dark cherry and plum fruit, savory spice, and a fine thread of acidity that keeps it vibrant and food-friendly.
While Oddero is best known for their majestic Barolos, this wine is a hidden gem in their lineup—crafted with the same meticulous care and estate fruit, yet offering immediate pleasure and remarkable value. It’s the kind of wine that bridges everyday enjoyment and cellar-worthy seriousness.
In a world of increasingly impersonal wine brands, Oddero remains rooted in family tradition. Each bottle carries not only the excellence of Piedmont terroir, but also the story of generations who have tended these vines with respect and devotion.
This is a chance to experience one of Piedmont’s most respected families through a wine that overdelivers in every way. As Barbera are beginning to touch $40 and even $50 a bottle, this is a refreshingly priced, excellent bottle of wine.
