# Bricco San Pietro (Diego Pressenda - La Torricella)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Diego Pressenda - La Torricella](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/diego-pressenda-la-torricella.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/diego-pressenda-la-torricella-bricco-san-pietro).

- **Producer:** Diego Pressenda - La Torricella
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Bricco San Pietro
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba, Località Manzoni
- **Soil:** Elvezian-type soil, rich in gray-yellow sands (mixed component per the tech sheet)
- **Exposure:** South-east
- **Harvest:** End of October
- **Vineyard planting:** 2008
- **Vinification:** Maceration on the skins for approximately 15 days, then aged 30 months in large French oak barrels, plus about 12 months in bottle.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

A single-vineyard Barolo from the Bricco San Pietro cru in Località Manzoni, aged 30 months in large French oak barrels.

## Tasting notes

Garnet red with orange reflections. Spicy, balsamic nose with hints of eucalyptus and licorice, giving freshness. On the palate, notes of plum, star anise and black pepper, with a full, warm body and fine, present, pleasant tannins.

## Food pairings

Braised meats and seasoned cheeses.