Barbera d’Asti "Montebruna" DOCG Braida
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| Robert Parker | 90/100 | 2018 |
| James Suckling | 90/100 | 2018 |
| 3 viti Vitae AIS |
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2017 |
| 2 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2018 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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2018 |
| Winery | Braida |
| Denomination | Barbera d’Asti "Montebruna" DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | 100% Barbera |
| Alcohol content | 15,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | AT/4680 |
| Winery headquarter | Braida - Rocchetta Tanaro (AT) - Strada provinciale, 27 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Pasta all'amatriciana, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Roast meat, Medium-aged cheeses, Hard cheese, Fillet with green pepper, Scallops with mushrooms |
| Region | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Barbera |
This fabulous red wine praises the denomination Barbera D’Asti DOCG. It is produced with 100% Barbera grapes. The vineyards are located ina small location called Montrbruna, near Rocchetta di Tanaro. 20 days maceration on skins at controlled temperature followed by 15 days maturation in inox. “Lands talks about themselves”: this is the message behind Montebruna. In fact, the letters that compose the name represent different lands that have been acquired to re-build the estate of Montebruna. Moreover, the rows of the vineyards recall the lines of poems and the emotions of their authors. In this way, through the identification process between vineyards and verses, the lands are able to tell their stories. Brbera d’ Asti DOCG “Montebruna” is full and elegant, treated in steel and aged for 12 months in oak barrels. It is able to adapt to many different situations, but it is perfect for rich and classy dinners.
Features of Barbera d’ Asti “Montebruna” DOCG Braida
Intense ruby red colour tending to garnet. Its defined scent recalls mature cherries and small red fruits. The taste is pleasant, deep, harmonious and persistent, with a final that recalls almonds. Balanced, fragrant and easy-drinking.
Recommended food pairings while tasting this Barbera produced by Braida winery
This great wine represents the traditions of Piedmont. It is perfect with pasta, meat, cheese and cold cuts. It has to be served at 18°C in a high, wide wine glass that helps the oxygenation.
