Description

Brachetto - DOC Piemonte Italy
Type: Sparkling Red Wine.
Grape Varieties: The Brachetto DOC Piedmont is reserved for those wines derived
from and containing no less than 85% Brachetto grapes. The remaining 15% is drawn
from other non aromatic grape varieties of similar color cultivated in the region of
Piedmont.
Area of Origin: Piedmont, exclusively in the Provinces of Asti, Alessandria and Cuneo.
Climate & Terrain: South-facing hills from 500 to 1000ft ASL. Hot, dry summers and
salty breezes off the Gulf of Genoa allow for an ideal maturation while the soils, being
once submerged by the sea, are calcium rich, clayey, sandy and of sedimentary
composition.
Vinification: When the grapes are fully ripened, in late August and early September,
they are harvested by hand and then crushed. The must is passed into stainless-steel
vats to ferment at a controlled temperature. After it is drawn off, the Charmat Method is
used for the second fermentation, before being bottled ready for sale.
Characteristics: Ruby-red tending to pink. Delicate musk bouquet with a mildly sweet and
delicate flavor.
Wine & Food Pairing: A fresh low-alcohol wine, Brachetto is ideal as an aperitif and
dessert wine. A perfect accompaniment to fruit-based pastries, fresh fruit salad, dried
fruits, nuts and figs.
Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled at around 45 to 50°F.
Alcohol Cont. 6.5%vol.
Net Cont. 750ml