{"product_id":"ai-suma-docg-barbera-dasti-rossi-braida","title":"Ai Suma DOCG - Barbera d'Asti Red Braida","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rocchetta Tanaro, Asti, Piedmont, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e: Barbera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Intense ruby red with purple hues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complex and deep, characterized by notes of ripe fruit such as cherry and plum, with spicy hints of vanilla, cocoa, tobacco, and a light balsamic note that enriches the aromatic bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e: On the palate, it is full-bodied and enveloping, with a powerful structure and soft tannins. The typical freshness of Barbera is balanced by remarkable softness, with aromas of ripe red fruits and hints of sweet spices emerging in a long and persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content\u003c\/strong\u003e: 16%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18-20°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, game, roasts, and braised meats. Also ideal with aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and Piedmontese cuisine, including tajarin with truffles and bollito misto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir\u003c\/strong\u003e: The vines are grown on clay-limestone soils that characterize the terroir of Rocchetta Tanaro. The combination of well-drained soils and a favorable microclimate allows for optimal grape ripening, giving the wine high aromatic concentration and significant structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e: The late harvest allows the grapes to reach perfect ripeness. Vinification involves a long, controlled fermentation, followed by 15 months of aging in oak barriques, which enriches the wine with complexity and softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: The \"Ai Suma\" Barbera d'Asti DOCG represents the pinnacle of Braida's production philosophy, with the goal of maximizing the potential of Barbera. Produced only in exceptional years, the wine expresses a richness of aromas and a structure that make it a benchmark for the denomination. The late harvest and wood aging give the wine unique complexity, making it perfect for long bottle evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification\u003c\/strong\u003e: DOCG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens\u003c\/strong\u003e: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eAi Suma DOCG Barbera d'Asti Braida\u003c\/em\u003e has received numerous awards and ratings from international critics: Gambero Rosso: awarded the prestigious Tre Bicchieri, indicative of the wine's excellence. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: awarded 94 points, praising the wine's structure and complexity. Wine Spectator: rated the wine 92 points, highlighting its notes of ripe fruit and long persistence. James Suckling: gave a rating of 93 points, with praise for its aromatic intensity and well-integrated tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Integrated production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; label design or bottle shape may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. Order fulfillment is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to free returns (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Braida","offers":[{"title":"2021 \/ 75 cl","offer_id":55991542120796,"sku":"8024384027066","price":86.5,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/barbera-dasti-braida-ai-suma-2017_65d41c1f-25d8-4994-a8c5-950410796bff.jpg?v=1763363509","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/products\/ai-suma-docg-barbera-dasti-rossi-braida","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}