# MötZiflon (Francesco Brigatti)

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

- **Producer:** Francesco Brigatti
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colline Novaresi DOC Nebbiolo
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 85%, Vespolina 10%, Uva Rara 5%
- **Cru / vineyard:** MötZiflon
- **Production area:** 2.0 hectares, west exposure
- **Soil:** Glacial origin, clay-rich fluvio-alluvial sediments, acidic pH
- **Exposure:** West
- **Harvest:** Early October
- **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 and concrete vats with 15 days of skin maceration, aged 20 months in medium Slavonian oak casks of 30 hectolitres, refined at least 6 months in bottle
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

MötZiflon, meaning 'hill of birdsong' in the local dialect, is Brigatti's most representative wine: Nebbiolo (85%) blended with Vespolina (10%) and Uva Rara (5%), aged 20 months in Slavonian oak.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red colour. Very expressive nose of small red berries, violet and liquorice. Well-structured, full-bodied palate with excellent balance between acidity and soft tannins.

## Food pairings

Land-based appetizers, grilled meats, blue and medium-aged cheeses