# Bricco del Cavallo (Gigi Rosso)

> Red, Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore by [Gigi Rosso](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/gigi-rosso.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/gigi-rosso-bricco-del-cavallo).

- **Producer:** Gigi Rosso
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barbera d'Alba DOC Superiore
- **Grape:** Barbera 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Bricco del Cavallo
- **Production area:** Roddino (CN)
- **Soil:** Lequio Formation (calcareous)
- **Exposure:** West, south-west
- **Harvest:** Hand-harvested in late September
- **Vineyard planting:** Historic steep vineyard between Serralunga d'Alba and Roddino, at about 500 m
- **Vinification:** Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with regular punch-downs. Aged 24 months in French oak barriques and tonneaux, then 6 months in bottle. About 4,000 bottles made. 15% alcohol.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18 C (61-64 F)
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A Barbera from a steep vineyard at about 500 m in Roddino, named after the horse Gigi Rosso brought to work it; aged 24 months in French oak.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red. Ripe cherry, strawberry and plum compote with cacao, leather, licorice and oak spice. Full-bodied and velvety, with vibrant acidity, refined tannins and a long finish.

## Food pairings

Braised meats, stews, roast game, aged cheeses and pasta with rich tomato or meat sauces.