Braida Bricco Della Bigotta Barbera d’Asti 2016

Braida Bricco Della Bigotta Barbera d’Asti 2016

Red Wine from Piedmont, Italy

$89.00

Size: 750 ml

Vintage: 2016

ABV: 15.0%

Producer: Braida
A powerful, terroir-driven Barbera from Piedmont, combining ripe dark fruit, spice and oak nuance, with depth and longevity.

Profile:

Appearance: Deep ruby with violet hues.

Nose: Ripe plums, dark berries and violets, with touches of licorice, vanilla, and spice.

Palate: Dense and intense, with concentrated dark fruit, balanced acidity, firm tannins, and hints of oak spice.

Finish: Long and persistent, with echoes of plum, cocoa, and a subtle spiciness.

Food Pairing: Pairs well with hearty dishes such as braised beef or lamb, game meats, rich stews, or aged cheeses that can stand up to its intensity and depth.

What’s In It: 100% Barbera

How It Was Made:

Grapes are selected from the historic Bricco della Bigotta vineyard near Rocchetta Tanaro. The wine is aged in oak (barriques) to lend structure and complexity, a technique made famous by the Bologna family to elevate Barbera.