# Tris (Bricco Maiolica)

> Red, Langhe DOC Rosso by [Bricco Maiolica](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/bricco-maiolica.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/bricco-maiolica-tris).

- **Producer:** Bricco Maiolica
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Rosso
- **Grape:** Barbera 40%, Dolcetto 30%, Merlot 30%
- **Production area:** Diano d'Alba, estate vineyards
- **Vineyard planting:** 2 ha
- **Vinification:** Barbera and Dolcetto are refined in steel; the Merlot ferments in steel and ages 9 months in 225 litre French oak barrels of second and third use. Bottled in the August following harvest.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

Barbera, Dolcetto and Merlot blend first made in 2006, with the Merlot aged in used French barriques.

## Tasting notes

Ruby with garnet shades. Bouquet of plum and vanilla; harmonious, soft, round and fruity, with cassis, plum, violet and small wild fruits and a light vanilla finish.

## Food pairings

Aperitifs, appetizers and simple good-quality food