COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Barbera, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Braida di Giacomo Bologna
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Il Bacialé Monferrato Rosso DOC 2019 is a red wine from Piedmont, Italy, produced by Braida. Its name, meaning 'matchmaker' in the local dialect, signifies its blend of Barbera (60%) with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir. Braida, founded by Giacomo Bologna, is known for its pioneering work with Barbera, including aging it in barriques. The winery is now managed by his children, Raffaella and Giuseppe Bologna. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in Castelnuovo Calcea, Rocchetta Tanaro, and San Marzano Oliveto, situated on hills with south-eastern exposure.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€19
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Il Bacialé means 'matchmaker' in the local Piedmontese dialect.
Fact 02
The blend includes Barbera, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir.
Fact 03
Braida's founder, Giacomo Bologna, pioneered aging Barbera in barriques.
Fact 04
Grapes are sourced from vineyards in Castelnuovo Calcea, Rocchetta Tanaro, and San Marzano Oliveto.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Il Bacialé is crafted by vinifying each grape variety separately. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, utilizing techniques such as pumping over and délestage for about three weeks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in selected barriques, with some vintages receiving additional aging in large casks. Grapes are hand-harvested and selected before vinification.
