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12 - Faset

Barbaresco ‘Bricco Faset’

Bottle producer:

vigna qualin

 

Colour:

Red

Bottle size

75 cL

 

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Barbaresco Bricco Faset DOCG

Grape Variety

100% Nebbiolo da Barbaresco

Extension

8 hectares

Harvest

October. Early November for late years. The grapes are harvested by hand in perforated baskets to allow air to pass through the bunches. The pressing is soft. Cold maceration for 24 hours at 12°C (for certain years).

Ageing

From 12-15 months in large 25 hectolitre wooden barrels of Allier and Slavonian Oak.

Fermentation

“Pied de cuve” with selected yeasts and 12-14 days of fermentation at a controlled temperature (28-29°C) with open repassing of must over the grape dregs at key stages of the process. Racking and gentle pressing to obtain only the best wine. Natural malolactic fermentation in a temperature controlled environment (20°C).

Refining

In the bottle for 12 months in a temperature-controlled environment.

Organoleptic Characteristics

Colour

Ruby red, tending to garnet red with ageing.

Bouquet

Wild berries, spices (white pepper, liquorice).

Taste

Velvety, balanced and elegant.

Alcohol content

From 13.5% to 14.5% Vol. (Depending on the vintage)

Gastronomic combinations

Main courses of meat and mature cheeses.

Region of origin

Product type

Denomination

Winery