Traversa 1816 - "Il Virginio" Piemonte DOC Brachetto Dolce 2024

The Original Piedmontese "Energy Drink": Sweet & Aromatic
Discover the famous sweet and aromatic side of Brachetto with Traversa 1816 "Il Virginio" Piemonte DOC Brachetto Dolce 2024, formally known as "Brachetto d'Acqui". Named after the great-grandfather, Virginio Traversa, this wine honors the family's history. Historically appreciated by the family as a "natural energy drink" a fresh, regenerating, and fruity low-alcohol drink to sustain a long, hot day in the vineyards, it’s what we'd call an Energy Drink today.

Tasting & Profile

This wine is the sweet and low-alcohol version (5.5% vol.) of Brachetto, designed to be fresh, fruity, and slightly effervescent.

• Aroma & Notes: Look for delightful notes of rose, wild strawberries, small red fruits, and sweet spices.

• Colour: Typically a pale or soft ruby-red colour, sometimes with rosé reflections.

• Taste: Harmoniously sweet, soft, delicate, and fresh.

• Historical Roots: The Brachetto vine has ancient origins (once known as "Vinum Acquense") and was appreciated for its rumored aphrodisiac properties, linked to the legend of Cleopatra.

Pairing Suggestions

This sweet Brachetto is wonderfully versatile, perfect for the end of a meal or as a refreshing daytime drink.

• Dessert: Excellent with dried hazelnut-based pastries, such as the typical Piedmontese hazelnut cake. It also pairs well with fruit tarts, cakes, or chocolate desserts.

• Fruit: Pairs beautifully with fresh fruit salads like strawberries and peaches, or over ice cream.

• Modern Use: Served fresh, it works well as an aperitif, with fresh cheeses, or can be used in the preparation of cocktails.

Specifications

• Appellation: Piemonte DOC Brachetto Dolce

• Grape: Brachetto

• Style: Sweet, slightly sparkling (Frizzante)

• Alcohol Content: Low-alcohol, 5.5% vol.