COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Barbera
PRODUCER
Braida di Giacomo Bologna
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Montebruna Barbera d'Asti is a 100% Barbera wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced by Braida di Giacomo Bologna. Founded in 1961 by Giacomo Bologna, Braida has a legacy of elevating Barbera, with Giacomo being a pioneer in using barriques for the grape. The Montebruna bottling represents a personal aspiration of the founder. The wine is situated within the Barbera d'Asti DOCG appellation, a region recognized for its quality Italian wines. The 2022 vintage is characterized by a specific 'Braida energy' that balances vibrancy and refreshment.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Giacomo Bologna pioneered barrique aging for Barbera.
Fact 02
Braida is a specialist in the Barbera grape.
Fact 03
Montebruna was a personal dream of founder Giacomo Bologna.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Montebruna Barbera d'Asti undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for about 12 days, utilizing pump-overs and delastage for skin extraction. Post-fermentation, it experiences malolactic fermentation and a 6-month aging period in large wooden barrels (20 and 55 HL). The grapes are harvested in October. Braida's winemaking philosophy, established by Giacomo Bologna, includes innovative practices such as the early adoption of barrique aging for Barbera.
