Braida

Bright cherry red, fine fruit nose with a clear rose note, light, of pleasant freshness and spiciness on the palate, with strong, very pleasant tannins and an invigorating acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant and straw yellow in colour, ripe and clean bouquet, dense and full-bodied on the palate. A characteristic, aromatic Moscato d'Asti with fine sweetness and good balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"A really pretty, vibrant Moscato d’Asti with sweet pears, green melon with some honey. It’s light-bodied with a creamy, layered mouth feel and a delicious finish. Tangy. Drink now." James Suckling

Ruby red, with strong violet nuances, lively foam, slightly sparkling. Fragrant, racy, vinous, red fruit. Its taste is extremely lively, very fresh, cheerful and untamed. It goes well with the whole menu, preferably with very well seasoned meat, cold meats and hard cheeses. SUPERIORE.DE

The Brachetto d'Acqui is light ruby red (with cherry-red foam) and presents itself as a clearly moussed Brachetto d'Acqui. The bouquet is very aromatic with notes of nutmeg, rose and violet. The taste is very elegant, reminiscent of strawberries, round and finely balanced between mild sweetness and fruity, very refreshing astringency. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brachetto remains one of Italy's under-appreciated wines, despite the fact it is a fundamental part of local drinking culture in Piedmont. The Braida 2019 Brachetto d'Acqui pours from the bottle with a purplish-ruby tinge, and it supplies a good amount of foam and fizz despite its semi-sparkling status. The bouquet reveals candied raspberry, wild rose, peach and nectarine. If you dig deep, you will also find chalky mineral notes. The alcoholic content is a very contained 5.5%, making for a nice sparkling lunch wine with a vegetable piadina." Robert Parker

"A fruity red with strawberry, cherry and crabapple aromas and flavors. Light and off-dry. Fun." James Suckling

Straw yellow, made from Chardonnay and the local Nascetta vine. Intense, floral, characteristic bouquet with a scent reminiscent of raspberries and blackberries. Dry, but full and persistent on the palate, Il Fiore leaves impressions on the palate that invite further enjoyment. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright yellow-green, floral bouquet, delicately underlaid with spices, a hint of herbal spice and apple aromas. Juicy fruit on the palate, complex, yellow tropical fruit, fresh acidity structure, long, lively finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Il Bacialé made from 60 percent Barbera as well as Pinot Nero, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot entices with its intense colour and complex scent. The straightforward taste is round, highly substantial and persistent. All in all an extremely successful interpretation of the Monferrato Rosso. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich, blackberry- and plum-infused red, backed by vibrant acidity and civilized tannins. Hints of chocolate and spice add interest as this finishes long." Wine Spectator

Light yellow with green reflections. Intensely aromatic with pronounced fruity notes of citrus fruits and green apple and mineral notes. Fresh, spicy and concentrated on the palate. Beautiful persistence and minerality in the long finish. Among connoisseurs, Riesling from Piedmont is a serious alternative to its German counterpart. SUPERIORE.DE

Asso di Fiori from Braida is a fine Chardonnay late harvest. Seductive nose with aromas of meadow flowers, yellow fruits and a filigree spice note. On the palate with great elegance and personality - absolutely up to the reputation of the famous family business. SUPERIORE.DE

With tireless dedication, the Bologna family fulfils the legacy of Giacomo Bologna, who is rightly considered the father of modern Barbera d'Asti. The historical jewel of the house is the Bricco dell'Uccellone: dense and complex bouquet, tannic and persistent on the palate, with an excellent structure and a beautiful acidity and persistence of taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A very ripe yet impressive style of Barbera with vanilla, blackberry crumble, eucalyptus, tar, mocha and coffee beans. Very structured and full-bodied on the palate, but beautiful acidity cuts right through the plush dark fruit. Long and serious on the finish. Superb as always. Drink from 2021." James Suckling

"One of the wines that changed the modern history of Italian wine, this expression from Braida is an evergreen favorite. The 2017 Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone is a dark and almost impenetrable expression with bold layers of thick, dark fruit. The wine is constructed like a little tower, layer upon layer, that rises tall with momentum and power. The intensity is beautiful, and that's always been the defining trait of Uccellone. It drinks beautifully now, but it will hold its own in the cellar." Robert Parker

Bricco della Bigotta smells of cherries, cinnamon and a hint of tobacco. On the palate great finesse and harmonious balance between acidity and alcohol. Sounds long with character and class. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shows lots of clove character as well as cumin, black pepper and morello cherries. Full-bodied and quite dense, but shows good tension and structure." James Suckling

Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections. Rich and complex bouquet, with numerous hints of fruit and behind it notes of vanilla, liquorice and cocoa. Full, powerful, full of character, yet elegant and sensual taste, harmonious and very persistent. SUPERIORE.DE

"Here's a wine that seems to have absorbed the heat and bounty of the vintage with great success. The Braida 2017 Barbera d'Asti Ai Suma offers terrific balance and tension. There is a lot of black fruit here to be sure, and you taste pretty oak spice, tar and leather from the aging process. The wine finishes with a point of sweetness, like a candied cherry aroma, but the natural acidity of the grape kicks in to add a pinch of freshness on the close, making you seriously consider a risotto with porcini." Robert Parker