COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Braida
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Braida's Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone 2019 hails from the Asti sub-region of Piedmont, Italy. The wine's name, 'Hill of the Little Bird,' is inspired by a local nickname. Braida, founded by Giacomo Bologna, is recognized for transforming Barbera into a complex, age-worthy wine through innovative aging techniques. This particular bottling is considered a benchmark for the Barbera grape, showcasing its noble potential.
ALCOHOL
16.0%
AVG. PRICE
€63
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Bricco dell'Uccellone' means 'Hill of the Little Bird'.
Fact 02
The name originates from a local woman nicknamed 'l'uselun' (the big bird).
Fact 03
Braida is credited with elevating Barbera's status globally.
Fact 04
This wine is considered an iconic ambassador for Barbera.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone are harvested in the latter half of September. Maceration on the skins lasts for 20 days at a controlled temperature, with fermentation occurring in steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 15 months in 225-liter oak barriques, followed by 12 months of bottle aging before release.
