# Serafina (Bricco Carlina)

> White, Langhe DOC Bianco by [Bricco Carlina](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/la-carlina.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/bricco-carlina-serafina).

- **Producer:** Bricco Carlina
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Bianco
- **Grape:** Favorita 100%
- **Production area:** Single vineyard, Grinzane Cavour
- **Soil:** Prevailing clay and limestone
- **Exposure:** North
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked in crates between the middle and end of September
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted by Camilla and Francesco in 2014, Guyot training
- **Vinification:** Fermentation about 20 days in steel tanks, including 4 hours of cold pre-fermentation maceration in the press; no malolactic fermentation. Aged 4 months in cement vats on the fine lees with repeated batonnage.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Favorita from a north-facing vineyard in Grinzane Cavour planted by the founders in 2014, aged four months on the lees in cement.

## Tasting notes

Straw yellow with light green reflections. Fragrant but delicate nose of white flowers, a fresh citrus note, pear and lime. Delicate on the palate with a long, persistent finish and a fresh, mineral vein.

## Food pairings

Raw meat, cured meats that are not too mature, starters, hot and cold appetisers, fish, vegetables and white meats; perfect as an aperitif.