{"product_id":"piemonte-doc-bricco-colma-albarossa-2013-prunotto","title":"Piedmont DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Piemonte DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003ePiemonte DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto\u003c\/strong\u003e represents one of the most interesting expressions of the Piedmontese terroir. Prunotto, a historic winery in Monferrato, has always valued the most suitable crus of the Langhe and Asti areas, and Bricco Colma is an emblematic example of this.\nThis wine is made from 100% \u003cstrong\u003eAlbarossa\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, an indigenous variety resulting from the cross between Barbera and Nebbiolo, which combines the vivacity of the former with the tannic structure of the latter. The result is an elegant yet accessible red, with good body and a deep territorial identity, ideal for those seeking a quality wine with an excellent balance between intensity and pleasantness.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n2013 was a year characterized by a regular climate, with a rather cool spring and a sunny but never excessively hot summer. These conditions allowed for a slow and complete ripening of the Albarossa grapes, yielding a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced wine, with clear aromas and fine tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The manual harvest took place in the second half of September, ensuring an accurate selection of the best bunches from the Bricco Colma vineyard in the municipality of Calliano (Asti).\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nFermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with a maceration on the skins of about 10 days, designed to extract the right balance of color, aromas, and tannins.\nAfter malolactic fermentation – a natural process that softens acidity and makes the wine smoother – the Piemonte DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto ages for about 12 months in \u003cstrong\u003esecond and third-passage barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is followed by a further 15 months of refinement in the bottle, which allows the wine to achieve its full harmony before commercial release.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, it presents an \u003cstrong\u003eintense ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e with garnet reflections, a sign of controlled evolution and successful aging.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe bouquet is complex and enveloping: notes of ripe red fruit, cherry, and plum are perceived, followed by spicy accents and slight nuances of vanilla and cocoa from the wood. The balance between primary and tertiary aromas gives it a refined personality, typical of long-lived wines.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is full and velvety, with an excellent structure. The \u003cstrong\u003etannins are soft\u003c\/strong\u003e but present, well integrated with a freshness that supports the drinkability and ensures a good, lingering finish. A consistent and harmonious wine that combines elegance and depth without being overly demanding.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Piemonte DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine lends itself to a wide range of pairings, thanks to its balanced body and the pleasant softness of its tannins.\nIdeal with:\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emain courses of red meat, such as braised dishes, roasts, or fillet with green pepper;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etraditional Piedmontese dishes like agnolotti del plin with roast sauce;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged or semi-aged cheeses, which enhance its aromatic complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\nFor a convivial dinner, it is also a versatile companion for quality cured meats or first courses with rich sauces.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\nKnowing \u003cstrong\u003ehow to store Piemonte DOC 'Bricco Colma Albarossa' 2013 - Prunotto wine\u003c\/strong\u003e is essential to maintain its quality.\nIt should be kept in a cool, dark place, at a constant temperature between 12 and 16°C, with the bottle lying down to keep the cork moist.\nThanks to its structure and good level of acidity, this Albarossa can continue to evolve positively for several years, reaching a refined complexity after \u003cstrong\u003e8-10 years of further aging\u003c\/strong\u003e in the cellar.\n\nA wine that, with time, will increasingly tell the story of its origin and the winemaking experience signed by Prunotto.","brand":"Prunotto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415241584979,"sku":"P03-P049-2013-05","price":36.58,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/piemonte-doc-bricco-colma-albarossa-2013-prunotto.jpg?v=1764412899","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/piemonte-doc-bricco-colma-albarossa-2013-prunotto","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}