Brachetto d'Acqui DOCG, Contero

by Contero

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Sparkling reds are not the most popular wines in the UK (bad memories of cheap Lambrusco perhaps) but other countries like Italy and Australia have really taken them on board. This invigoratingly delicious lightly sparkling one, with its superb perfume of crushed rose petals, sweet grapey fruit on the palate and a dry finish and just 5.5% alcohol, is really worth a try. Once tried, I guarantee you'll be hooked. I don't know a soul who hasn't sought out this wine once they've tasted it!

Contero is owned by the Marenco family, who are Moscato and Brachetto specialists in Strevi. This 11 hectare estate remains one of the best producers of invigoratingly delicious Moscato d'Asti and Brachetto d'Acqui. The vineyards are situated on steep hills, on tuffaceous-marl soils, in a perfect amphitheatre in the commune of Strevi (the heart of one of the best zones for Moscato in Piemonte).

The vines are superbly tended and produce fruit of stunning quality. The 2022 vintage produced grapes with extremely high quality, with expressive aromas and great acidity. This wine is delicate ruby red in colour. The rich, persistent mousse is accompanied by bright aromas of roses and raspberries. The slightly sweet, aromatic palate has a typical bittersweet note on the finish.

Grape varieties: 100% Brachetto
Winemaker: Patrizia Marenco
abv: 5.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Residual Sugar: 120g/L
Acidity: 6g/L
Wine pH: 3.2
bottle size: 75cl
Vegetarian, Practising Organic, Vegan