Piemonte Barbera Briccotondo
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Best enjoyed young and vibrant, typically within 1 to 4 years from the vintage release, to fully appreciate its bright fruit profile and lively acidity.
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Classic pasta dishes with rich meat ragù, roasted poultry or pork loin, and a platter of cured meats and medium-aged cheeses.
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Hailing from the historic estate of Fontanafredda, founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, for his beloved 'Bela Rosin,' the Briccotondo Barbera represents a joyful, approachable side of Piedmontese winemaking. Crafted from 100% Barbera grapes grown on the rolling hills of Monferrato and Langhe, this wine is designed to showcase the grape's natural, vibrant fruit character. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel is followed by a brief maturation in oak, striking a perfect balance between fresh red berry flavors—like blackberry and plum—and a soft, rounded structure. It is a tribute to the everyday drinking traditions of Piedmont, where Barbera has long reigned as the ultimate wine of the people.
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Founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift to his beloved Rosa Vercellana, Fontanafredda is a historic estate nestled in the heart of the Langhe region in Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont. Today, the winery is celebrated for its deep-rooted heritage and commitment to sustainable viticulture, transitioning its estate vineyards to certified organic farming. Fontanafredda is globally renowned for its classic, structured Barolo wines aged in traditional Slavonian oak casks, alongside expressive regional whites like Gavi and Arneis Pradalupo, and vibrant reds such as Barbera and Dolcetto under the Briccotondo and Raimonda labels.