# Maria (Francesco Brigatti)

> Red, Colline Novaresi DOC Vespolina by [Francesco Brigatti](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francesco-brigatti.md), Alto Piemonte, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francesco-brigatti-maria).

- **Producer:** Francesco Brigatti
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colline Novaresi DOC Vespolina
- **Grape:** Vespolina 100%
- **Soil:** Glacial origin, clay-rich fluvio-alluvial sediments, acidic pH
- **Harvest:** End of September
- **Vineyard planting:** Vine age 30 years, planting density 4,000 vines/ha, yield 70 quintals/ha
- **Vinification:** First selection of bunches in the vineyard, fermentation in steel vats with 6 days of skin maceration, aged 6 months in steel vats, refined at least 6 months in bottle
- **Serving temperature:** 15-16°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Maria is a single-variety Vespolina named by Francesco Brigatti after his daughter, prized for the grape's naturally peppery, spicy character.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red colour with violet reflections. Forest fruit, spice and black pepper aromas. Full palate with robust but pleasant tannins.

## Food pairings

Rich dishes including cured meats, cotechino, creamy cheeses, first and second courses with sauces