Barbera d'Asti 'Bricco della Bigotta' Braida

Barbera d'Asti DOCG • Piedmont • Braida - Giacomo Bologna
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Barbera d'Asti DOCG
Alcohol
15.5%
Vinification
Maceration with careful cap management for 20 days
Aging
15 months in barriques and 12 in the bottle
Grape varieties
Barbera 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This prestigious Barbera d'Asti DOCG represents the pinnacle of Italian winemaking excellence. With 15.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Barbera 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards plant in 1979 on a hilly soil 280 m above sea level. Vinification: maceration with careful cap management for 20 days. The wine is aged 15 months in barriques and 12 in the bottle. A wine true to Piedmont tradition, built for age-worthy elegance.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmontese winemaking combines meticulous attention to detail with deep respect for tradition.

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