The winery
Bricco dei Guazzi
Historic winery in Monferrato (Olivola, AL) producing Piedmont wines and part of the Le Tenute del Leone Alato group. Offers wines such as Barbera, Albarossa, Nebbiolo, Barolo, Gavi and Moscato d'Asti.
- Piemonte · Italia
- 13 products
The story
The estate traces its roots to the village of Olivola: the Villa del Bel Riposo was built by Stefano Guazzo in the second half of the 16th century, and in subsequent centuries the property also passed to the Conti Candiani. Winemaking remains a living tradition at the estate, which preserves traces of its noble history by combining historic buildings with modern cellar facilities.
Production philosophy
Faithful to Monferrato's identity, the winery combines precision viticulture and an artisanal approach with the use of contemporary technologies. The winery aims for elegant, distinctive wines, showcasing indigenous grape varieties alongside some experimental projects from Langhe and Gavi.
Terroir and vineyards
Monferrato hills near Casale Monferrato. Marly-calcareous soils; presence of infernot and historic structures of the estate.
Awards and recognition
For the Albarossa label, reported accolades include the WineHunter badge, high scores from DoctorWine, recognitions such as Bibenda's 5 Grappoli and medals at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles for specific vintages.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Barbera
- Albarossa
- Nebbiolo
- Pinot nero
- Merlot
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Chardonnay
- Moscato (Moscato Bianco)
- Cortese
- Hectares
- 33.0
What makes it distinctive
- Historic estate with the Villa del Bel Riposo dating back to the 16th century.
- Vineyards in Monferrato.
- Production of typical Piedmont wines: Barbera, Albarossa, Nebbiolo, Barolo, Gavi, Moscato d'Asti, among others.
- Showcasing native grape varieties paired with modern techniques.
- Part of the Le Tenute del Leone Alato / Leone Alato group.
