2021 Braida-Bologna - Barbera d'Asti Montebruna (750ml)

The 2021 Braida Barbera d’Asti Montebruna reflects the precise structural clarity that elevated Barbera from a humble regional staple to a nationally recognized fine wine. Each batch is drawn exclusively from the estate’s consolidated Montebruna vineyard in Rocchetta Tanaro, where fifteen years of parcel acquisition culminated in thirty-five legally distinct plots merged into a single optimized growing zone.

Primary fermentation runs for fourteen days in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats before transfer into large neutral oak barrels. Twelve months of barrel aging integrates tannins and adds mouthfeel without introducing overt toast or vanilla, allowing the fruit profile to remain transparent. The wine presents a deep purplish-ruby color, offering immediate aromatics of ripe cherry, red plum, and crushed violet, backed by savory dried herb and leather nuances. On the palate, the acid structure holds firm alongside plush mid-palate flesh, concluding with a long, mineral-tinged finish underscored by a classic toasted almond echo.

Food Pairing Recommendations

• Tagliatelle or pappardelle tossed with slow-braised beef and pork ragù
• Roast chicken with preserved lemon or herb-marinated pork tenderloin
• Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino di Pienza, and Taleggio
• Hung bresaola, finocchiona salami, or prosciutto crudo with fig compote