COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Brachetto
PRODUCER
Casa Sant'Orsola
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Casa Sant'Orsola's Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG hails from the picturesque Piedmont region of Italy, specifically the hills between Asti and Alessandria, where calcareous-marnous soils provide an ideal terroir for the Brachetto grape. The producer, Casa Sant'Orsola, was established in 1947 by brothers Secondo and Luigi Martini, starting as a humble family-run winery with its first cellar built beneath their home. Today, as part of Fratelli Martini Secondo Luigi S.p.A., it has evolved into a large-scale producer with a significant international presence. The company's philosophy revolves around offering a "Luxury Experience," aiming to provide accessible luxury for everyday moments. This particular Brachetto d'Acqui is celebrated for being a sweet, aromatic, and slightly sparkling red wine, a distinctive style that sets it apart.
ALCOHOL
6.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Casa Sant'Orsola began in 1947, with its first winery built under the Martini family home in Piedmont.
Fact 02
The producer, Fratelli Martini, is now a major global player, exporting millions of bottles annually.
Fact 03
Brachetto d'Acqui is a rare example of a sweet, aromatic, and sparkling red DOCG wine from Italy.
Fact 04
With only 6.5% ABV, this wine offers a light and refreshing alternative to traditional desserts.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of this Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG by Casa Sant'Orsola, a brand of Fratelli Martini, focuses on crafting an accessible luxury experience. While specific winemaking techniques are not detailed, the company has grown into a large-scale producer, indicating efficient and consistent methods to manage high volumes while maintaining the wine's distinctive aromatic and sweet profile. The grapes are sourced from the calcareous-marnous soils of the Brachetto d'Acqui region in Piedmont, ideal for cultivating quality Brachetto vines.
