BRACHETTO
Name:
Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG
Production area: Ricaldone
Blend: 100% Brachetto
Alcohol: 5,5%
Service temperature: 6-8 °C | 43-46 °F
Vineyard location: Hillside, with south exposure
Yield per hectare: 7 tons
Harvest type: Hand harvesting
Vine training system: Guyot
Harvest time: End of August
Vinification: The grapes are carefully selected and hand-harvested. After crushing, the must macerates on the skins for 2-3 days to extract color. Subsequently, the must, separated from the skins, is clarified and refined in stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 0°C. Following this, alcoholic fermentation takes place but is halted at 5.5% alcohol content through filtration, in order to preserve freshness and aromatic intensity
Aging: At least 6 months in stainless steel tanks, following by not less than 3 months in the bottle
Pressure: 2,4 ATM
Tasting notes:
Brachetto d'Acqui stands out for its medium-intensity ruby red color, with hues tending towards rosé, giving the wine remarkable brilliance. On the nose, it reveals a complex bouquet, where elegant notes of rose, raspberry, and fresh red fruit emerge, evoking the authenticity and freshness of the Piedmont region. On the palate, it offers a perfect balance between sweetness and freshness, with an enveloping smoothness and a persistent mousse. The delicately fruity aftertaste leaves a lasting impression of freshness and finesse, making it particularly versatile. Ideal as a dessert wine or paired with delicate dishes, fresh cheeses, and fruit, Brachetto d'Acqui provides a refined sensory experience, capable of satisfying even the most discerning palates.
