COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Tenuta la Meridiana
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bricco Sereno Barbera d’Asti Superiore is produced by Tenuta la Meridiana, a family winery with roots in the 19th century, now managed by the fifth generation of the Bianco family. The wine originates from the 'Bricco Sereno' vineyard, translating to 'Sunshine Hill,' signifying its prime, sun-exposed location. This specific vineyard is noted for its unique soil composition, which contributes a marked mineral character to the wine. The estate's sundial logo is a nod to its historical distinction in the local village. The wine hails from the Asti sub-region of Piedmont, Italy, an area recognized for its significant contributions to Italian viticulture.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard translates to 'Sunshine Hill'.
Fact 02
Producer's logo is a sundial.
Fact 03
Fifth generation of winemakers.
Fact 04
Piedmont is Italy's second-largest wine region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Bricco Sereno Barbera d’Asti Superiore begins with destemmed but uncrushed grapes, preserving whole berries. A cold pre-fermentation maceration is followed by alcoholic fermentation with gentle techniques like pump-overs and delestage. After racking, fermentation continues without skins, and malolactic fermentation takes place. The wine is then aged for approximately 24 months, split between small French oak barriques and large Slovenian oak barrels. Vineyard management emphasizes careful manual labor and grape selection, including thinning techniques, to achieve high-quality fruit. The producer's philosophy focuses on expressing terroir through a combination of tradition and innovation, with a commitment to sustainability.
