# Monferrato Nebbiolo Bricco Castagna (2022)

- **Producer:** Bussi Piero
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €13
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 18–20 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** cherry, cranberry, violet, fig, plum, raspberry, dark cherry, dried rose petals, vanilla, liquorice, caramel, sweet tobacco, dried fruit, tar, camphor, peat, leather, vegetable broth

## About this wine

Monferrato Nebbiolo Bricco Castagna 2022 is a 100% Nebbiolo from the Monferrato DOC in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by Bussi Piero, a family winery with four generations of experience, the grapes are sourced from their Bricco Castagna vineyard in Calosso. This vineyard is situated at 350 meters elevation and is described as the edge of Monferrato bordering the Langhe. The winery is located within a UNESCO World Heritage area, reflecting a deep connection to its territory and heritage.

## Interesting facts

- Vineyard sits at 350 meters, a prime elevation for Nebbiolo.
- Bussi Piero is located in a UNESCO World Heritage area.
- Winemaker Piero Bussi is also a published author on local history.
- The winery is family-run for four generations.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and marked tannins are well-suited to rich protein dishes, where they can interact with and soften the meat's texture. The wine's potential for dark fruit and savory notes can complement game and roasted meats, while its structure can stand up to robust flavors and sauces.

## Wine making process

The Monferrato Nebbiolo Bricco Castagna is produced using traditional fermentation and maceration in large concrete tanks. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels. This process is guided by the Bussi Piero family's philosophy of prioritizing quality from vineyard to bottle, using only estate-grown grapes to create wines that are a reflection of their territory.