Red

Birichin

By Broccardo, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy

Broccardo Birichin

Langhe Rosso blending Nebbiolo and Barbera from Monforte d'Alba, with about 7 months in barriques. 14% alcohol.

Tasting notes

Ruby red with violet reflections. Lively, fruity and floral with white pepper and ripe red fruit; medium body with good balance and persistence.

Pairs well with

Meat-based first courses, cured meats and mushrooms.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Langhe DOC Rosso
Grape
Nebbiolo and Barbera
Production area
Monforte d'Alba, about 350 m above sea level
Soil
Clayey, sandy, silty
Exposure
South, south-west
Harvest
Mid to late October, by hand
Vineyard planting
Vines about 25 years old
Vinification
Destemming and crushing, controlled fermentation at 28 C, about 15 days of maceration in steel. About 7 months in barriques.
Serving temperature
18 to 20 C

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