The 2018 Barbera d’Asti “Bricco Dell’Uccellone” is a powerful and balanced wine that exemplifies Domaine Braida’s expertise. With its intense fruity aromas and elegant oak notes, it delivers a rich and complex tasting experience, while maintaining the freshness and acidity typical of Barbera. This is a standout Piedmont wine that will delight enthusiasts of bold and expressive Italian reds.
2018 Barbera d’Asti Docg Bricco Dell’Ucellone Domaine Braida
€50.40
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The 2018 Barbera d’Asti “Bricco Dell’Uccellone” is a powerful and balanced wine that exemplifies Domaine Braida’s expertise. With its intense fruity aromas and elegant oak notes, it delivers a rich and complex tasting experience, while maintaining the freshness and acidity typical of Barbera. This is a standout Piedmont wine that will delight enthusiasts of bold and expressive Italian reds.
Winery: Domaine Braida
Grape Varieties: Barbera
Region: Barbera d’Asti, Piedmont, Northern Italy, Italy
Appellation: Barbera
Color: Red
Format: 0.75 L Bottle
Description
The 2018 Barbera d’Asti “Bricco Dell’Uccellone” is one of the flagship wines from Domaine Braida, known for its modern and expressive style. Hailing from the prestigious Piedmont region in northern Italy, this Barbera is crafted with precision to highlight the fruity vibrancy and freshness that are typical of the Barbera d’Asti appellation.
Blend
This wine is made exclusively from Barbera, a grape renowned for its lively acidity and ability to produce well-balanced, fruit-driven wines. The Barbera grape, native to Piedmont, shows its full potential here with impressive intensity.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby red with violet reflections, signaling youth and concentration.
Nose: The nose is rich and intense, offering aromas of ripe red fruits such as black cherry, blackberry, and raspberry, complemented by floral hints of violet. Subtle notes of vanilla, licorice, and a touch of cocoa from oak aging add complexity.
Palate: The palate is powerful and velvety, with vibrant acidity typical of Barbera, which brings freshness and balance. The tannins are fine and well-integrated, supporting flavors of ripe black fruits, plum, and candied cherry, with subtle wood and spice nuances. The finish is long and persistent, with refreshing acidity that prolongs the fruity and spicy notes.
Aging Potential
This wine is enjoyable now for its richness and bold character, but it will also gain complexity over time. With a cellar aging potential of 10 to 15 years, it will evolve, developing tertiary notes of leather, tobacco, and truffle alongside its mature fruit profile.
Food Pairings
The 2018 Barbera d’Asti “Bricco Dell’Uccellone” pairs wonderfully with:
Grilled or braised red meats: Beef stew, grilled ribeye.
Game dishes: Boar or hare in sauce.
Italian cuisine: Truffle risotto, pasta with mushrooms, or lasagna Bolognese.
Aged cheeses: Parmesan, pecorino, or a well-aged hard cheese.
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