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Gaudio Bricco Mondalino

Barbera d'Asti "Il Bergantino" DOCG: 100% Barbera, from 41 year old Barbera vines on premier locations. Vignale Monferrato is considered the ideal home for Barbera which produces the power and magnitude of Gaudio Bricco Mondalino’s finest and oldest stock. The vines yield minuscule, highly concentrated crops which are macerated on the skins for 20 days, then fine-tuned for a year in barriques of Allier oak. “Il Bergantino” is perfect proof of Barbera’s affinity to barrique: the oak-derived tannins exactly complement the grape’s natural characteristics – deep color, round, full body, high acidity and low tannins. Very deep garnet, ample, intense bouquet of ripe cherries, nuts and vanilla confirmed on the sumptuous, full-bodied, round & lingering palate. Cellar up to 10 years.

Barbera Del Monferrato Superiore DOCG: 85% Barbera and 15% Freisa from well exposed vines on elevated, calcareous terrain geologically deriving from an ancient seabed, thus rich in fossils. The wine is aged in Slavonian oak for six to eight months previous to a further year in the bottle. Dark ruby in color, with gobs of sweet plum and cherry fruit, mellow and opulent. Cellar life is up to six years.

Gringnolino Del Monferrato "Bricco Mondalino" DOC: 100% Grignolino. Monferrato’s most classic wine, Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese is exclusively produced between the Province of Asti and Casale. Vignale Monferrato is exactly midway between the two, and its terroir is conducive to outstanding class and depth. This 100% varietal additionally comes from the estate’s finest, best exposed vines and select, late-harvested grapes – showing remarkable richness and extract. Ruby red color, the bouquet integrats spice and fruit with distinct elegance and a crisp, palate-cleansing texture that is a fine match for the entire meal. Cellar life is up to four years.

Malvasia di Casorzo "Dolce Stil Novo" DOC: 100% Malvasia Rossa. The grapes come from a single vineyard, covering 3.7 acres that is entirely dedicated to Malvasia Rossa, the area’s unique native grape. The soft-pressed juice undergoes partial fermentation in stainless steel autoclaves until it reaches 50% residual sugar, resulting in a sweet wine with an alcohol content of 5-6% by volume instead of the wine's potential 11-12% alcohol content. Fizzy and light ruby in color, the bouquet has beautiful floral aromas reminiscent of fresh rose petals, while the palate is sweet yet fresh and crisp, and never palls. Should be served chilled as an aperitif or with dessert, and is a match made in heaven with strawberries or berry fruit salads. Cellar life is up to two years.