FONTANAFREDDA BRICCOTONDO ARNEIS – LANGHE DOC
The story of Fontanafredda is a noble one. It began in 1858, when Vittorio Emanuele II, the
first king of Italy, purchased the estate (a former hunting preserve) in order to produce fine
Barolo for his personal use. Today, Fontanafredda is the single largest contiguous estate in
Piedmont with over 305 acres of land, including 210 acres of vineyards in the Serralunga,
Barolo and Diano d’Alba communes. Fontanafredda enjoys unrivalled access to many of
Piedmont’s greatest vineyard sites. All estate vineyards are farmed without the use of
chemicals.
The Briccotondo line perfectly expresses the character of Piedmont's traditional grape
varieties. Named for the rolling hills of Langhe and Monferrato (Bricco = Hill; Tondo = Round),
these fresh and lively wines have a distinct roundness reminiscent of the land where their
grapes are grown. Versatile and food-friendly, Briccotondo wines are great pairings with any
meal.
PRODUCTION AREA
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation: Langhe DOC
Grapes are grown in select medium-altitude hillside vineyards located in the Langhe and Roero
areas, planted on clay marl and calcerous sand.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Arneis
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes immediately undergo soft pressing, with separation of
the free-run juice from the skins. The must is then transferred into heat conditioned, stainless
steel tank. After chilling and static racking, fermentation occurs at a low temperature (65°F).
At the end of the fermentation, the wine is stored at a temperature of 40°C to prevent
malolactic fermentation. The wine develops in steel for 4-5 months at a low temperature, left
on its fine lees to increase its aromatic complexity and fullness on the palate. Then, after cold
stabilization, it is bottled before the summer.
DESCRIPTION
Color:
Aroma:
Taste:
Bright straw yellow with greenish highlights.
The bouquet conjures up exotic fruit, ripe pears, hawthorn blossom and
acacia honey.
Soft and full on the palate with a refreshing crispness and luscious
finish.
ANALYSIS
Alc.: 12.5%
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Served chilled, it is a great aperitif. It is also ideal with fish, hors-d’oeuvres, light starters,
risotto and pasta.
BOTTLE SIZES
750 mL
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Piedmont
Since 1878, Fontanafredda, located in the heart of the Langhe region, has been a true
institution in Piedmont, a benchmark for authentically-styled Barolo and Barbera wines that
deftly balance intense aromas and deep concentration of fruit with outstanding finesse and
elegance. This style is fully in line with chief winemaker Danilo Drocco’s philosophy that
“Barolo should reveal itself little by little, rather than all at once.”
FONTANAFREDDA BRICCOTONDO DOLCETTO – LANGHE DOC
The story of Fontanafredda is a noble one. It began in 1858, when Vittorio Emanuele II, the
first king of Italy, purchased the estate (a former hunting preserve) in order to produce fine
Barolo for his personal use. Today, Fontanafredda is the single largest contiguous estate in
Piedmont with over 305 acres of land, including 210 acres of vineyards in the Serralunga,
Barolo and Diano d’ Alba communes. Fontanafredda enjoys unrivalled access to many of
Piedmont’s greatest vineyard sites. All estate vineyards are farmed without the use of
chemicals.
The Briccotondo line perfectly expresses the character of Piedmont's traditional grape
varieties. Named for the rolling hills of Langhe and Monferrato (Bricco = Hill; Tondo = Round),
these fresh and lively wines have a distinct roundness reminiscent of the land where their
grapes are grown. Versatile and food-friendly, Briccotondo wines are great pairings with any
meal.
PRODUCTION AREA
Country:
Region:
Appellation:
Italy
Piedmont
Langhe DOC
Grapes are grown mainly around the town of Alba and the villages of Treiso, La Morra and
Neive in well-exposed, mid-hillside vineyards with fairly compact calcareous soils.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Dolcetto
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
Vines are guyot trained with plant density at 4,800 plants/ha. Hand harvested in midSeptember. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats for 6-8 days at a temperature of
75-77°F, followed by malolactic fermentation.
AGING
A short stay in stainless steel precedes bottling, which is carried out in the spring following
harvest. The wine is released after a few months of bottle aging.
DESCRIPTION
Color:
Aroma:
Taste:
Ruby red with violet highlights.
Fruity very intense and persistent fruit aroma.
Dry, well-balanced and velvety. Bright fruit flavors accented by notes
of almonds.
ANALYSIS
Alc.: 13.0%
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
A fine match for hot hors-d'oeuvres, pasta, vegetables and not overly-elaborate meat dishes.
BOTTLE SIZES
750 mL
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Piedmont
Since 1878, Fontanafredda, located in the heart of the Langhe region, has been a true
institution in Piedmont, a benchmark for authentically-styled Barolo and Barbera wines that
deftly balance intense aromas and deep concentration of fruit with outstanding finesse and
elegance. This style is fully in line with chief winemaker Danilo Drocco’s philosophy that
“Barolo should reveal itself little by little, rather than all at once.”
SERRALUNGA D’ALBA BAROLO DOCG
Since 1878, Fontanafredda, located in the heart of the Langhe region, has been a true
institution in Piedmont, a benchmark for authentically-styled Barolo and Barbera wines that
deftly balance intense aromas and deep concentration of fruit with outstanding finesse and
elegance. This style is fully in line with chief winemaker Danilo Drocco’s philosophy that
“Barolo should reveal itself little by little, rather than all at once.”
The story of Fontanafredda is a noble one. It began in 1858, when Vittorio Emanuele II, the
first king of Italy, purchased the estate (a former hunting preserve) in order to produce fine
Barolo for his personal use. Today, Fontanafredda is the single largest contiguous estate in
Piedmont with over 305 acres of land, including 210 acres of vineyards in the Serralunga,
Barolo and Diano d’ Alba communes. Fontanafredda enjoys unrivalled access to many of
Piedmont’s greatest vineyard sites. All estate vineyards are farmed without the use of
chemicals, and the property is home to a bio-natural reserve, a safe and sustainable refuge
for a wide array of local flora and fauna.
PRODUCTION AREA
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Appellation: Serralunga d’Alba Barolo DOCG
Vineyards are located in medium and upper slopes (985-1300 meters above sea level). All vineyards
face south/south-west. The soils are of Miocene-Helvetian origin with a high content of limestone and
grey marl alternating with sand.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Nebbiolo
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
Vines are guyot trained with plant density around 4,400 plants/ha. Harvest takes place in the first half
of October. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented for 15 days in stainless steel vats with a
floating cap at a controlled temperature (85-87°F). The must then stays in contact with the skins for a
further 15 days to optimize the extraction and help start the subsequent malolactic fermentation.
AGING
One year in barriques from Allier and one year in large oak casks from Allier, followed by no less than
12 months of maturation in bottle.
ANALYSIS
Alc.: 13.5%
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Ideal with hearty red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses.
BOTTLE SIZES
750ml, 500ml, 1 Liter, 1.5 Liter
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DESCRIPTION
Color: Garnet-red with ruby highlights that take on a slightly orange tone over time
Aroma: Intense nose with overtones of vanilla, spices, withered roses and underbrush.
Taste: Dry, full-bodied with velvety texture and great balance. It is very long-lasting.
FONTANAFREDDA BRICCOTONDO MOSCATO D’ASTI DOCG
The story of Fontanafredda is a noble one. It began in 1858, when Vittorio Emanuele II, the
first king of Italy, purchased the estate (a former hunting preserve) in order to produce fine
Barolo for his personal use. Today, Fontanafredda is the single largest contiguous estate in
Piedmont with over 305 acres of land, including 210 acres of vineyards in the Serralunga,
Barolo and Diano d’Alba communes. Fontanafredda enjoys unrivalled access to many of
Piedmont’s greatest vineyard sites. All estate vineyards are farmed without the use of
chemicals.
The Briccotondo line perfectly expresses the character of Piedmont's traditional grape
varieties. Named for the rolling hills of Langhe and Monferrato (Bricco = Hill; Tondo = Round),
these fresh and lively wines have a distinct roundness reminiscent of the land where their
grapes are grown. Versatile and food-friendly, Briccotondo wines are great pairings with any
meal.
PRODUCTION AREA
Country:
Region:
Appellation:
Italy
Piedmont
Asti DOCG
The vineyards are located on hilly slopes in the villages of Serralunga d’Alba and Sant Stefano
Belbo. The old, well-exposed vines provide early-ripening grapes.
GRAPE VARIETIES
100% Moscato
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES
Whole grapes are softy pressed. The must is fined and filtered prior to fermentation in
pressurized tanks at a low temperature. To be enjoyed young, this wine is ready for
consumption a few days after bottling.
DESCRIPTION
Color:
Aroma:
Taste:
Straw yellow.
Pure, intense nose of musk, orange flowers, sage and honey.
Pleasantly sweet, well-balanced, featuring honey and freshly-picked
grapes.
ANALYSIS
Alc.: 5%
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
This is a wine for celebrations, and is ideal with all desserts. A very appealing drink on its
own, it is the ideal wine to be served with many kinds of sweet, particularly when they have a
fine, delicate flavor.
BOTTLE SIZES
750 mL
© Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, FL
Piedmont
Since 1878, Fontanafredda, located in the heart of the Langhe region, has been a true
institution in Piedmont, a benchmark for authentically-styled Barolo and Barbera wines that
deftly balance intense aromas and deep concentration of fruit with outstanding finesse and
elegance. This style is fully in line with chief winemaker Danilo Drocco’s philosophy that
“Barolo should reveal itself little by little, rather than all at once.”