Brachetto

Aromatic red variety. Light bodied. Aromas & flavors: Sour red cherry, raspberry, strawberry, baking spices (cinnamon, nutmeg), floral notes.

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Birbet

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Brachetto d’Acqui

Where Grown: Exclusively in Piemonte

Regions:

Vineyard Area: 1,212 ha (2,994 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal Red Grape Varieties:

Brachetto d’Acqui / Acqui DOCG, Piemonte DOC