Vineyards and Estates The vineyards of Barbera d'Asti Estate Cremosina NIZZA MONFERRATO The Estate The farm covers about twelve hectares. Headquarter of the ancient Palazzo dei Conti della Cremosina, it is located in the heart of the Nizza Monferrato district, universally recognized as the cradle of production of Barbera d’Asti. It is said that, thanks to the beauty and charm of the place, it was on this hill that Arturo Bersano made the decision to abandon a promising career as a lawyer to undertake the profession of viticulturist and producer. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 250 meters s.l.m. Clayey limestone soil with south, south-west exposure. The generous exposure and climate, combined with the geological characteristics, generate a unique micro-terroir that is ideal for ripening grapes. From this optimal mix comes a very typical Barbera, complex and well structured, suitable for a long aging. Grape variety : Barbera . VINEAYRDS OF BARBERA D’ASTI Estate Generala AGLIANO TERME The Estate The farm covers about fifty-three hectares in the municipality of Agliano Terme, in the area once referred to as Asteggiana. This wine region, between Langhe and Monferrato, lives in these years an authentic renaissance and was bought in 1995 with the desire to experience a territory by tradition different from that of classic Barbera d’Asti. Since 1996, five hectares particularly suited have been selected for the first production of Barbera Generala and today they are able to fulfill all the extremely selective dictates that regulate the production of Nizza DOCG. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 220 meters s.l.m. Calcareous-clayey soil, composite, rich in mineral components. Arch exposure between south and east. Thanks to its extension, the estate offers different exposures and microclimates and lends itself particularly well to the cultivation of international vines. Grape variety: Barbera, Brachetto, Merlot, Sauvignon . VINEYARDS OF BARBERA D’ASTI Estate Prata INCISA SCAPACCINO The Estate Extended between the towns of Nice, Vaglio Serra and Incisa, represents, with its fifty-two hectares, one of the most conspicuous and rare plots of land in the area. The property became part of the Bersano heritage in the mid-90s. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 200 meters s.l.m. Terrain with silty-clay component. Southwest exposure. Microclimate unique, mild, without large excursions between pungent cold and high heat. It is mainly planted in Barbera, but thanks to the particular terroir, it also hosts international vines. Grape variety: Barbera, Pinot Nero, Merlot PODERI DEL NEBBIOLO Estate Badarina SERRALUNGA D’ALBA The Estate About 10 hectares of Nebbiolo da Barolo with an exceptional and unique terroir. The ownership of the farm dates back to 1968. With the purchase of the Serralunga farm Arturo Bersano, a forerunner and passionate connoisseur, he assured Bersano the presence in one of the most suitable countries, considered today among the most renowned Barolo crus. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 450 meters s.l.m. Calcareous soil with a strong clay component. Exposure south, south east. The altitude, rather unusual for a vineyard, with a strong temperature range between day and night and the structure of the land give rise to wines with austere body and great structure, a guarantee of excellent longevity. Grape variety : Nebbiolo . PODERI DEL BRACHETTO Estate Castelgaro LOC. BARETTA – ACQUI TERME The Estate In the Baretta region, on the famous “aromatic hills”, ten hectares are entirely dedicated to the cultivation of Brachetto grapes. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 250 meters s.l.m. Soil composed of clayey calcareous marl. The exceptional exposure to the south, the composition of the soil and the large thermal excursion facilitate the development of the aromatic complexity of the wine, ensuring ample and typical aromas. The thinning of the bunches, carried out with rigor in the first ten days of August, allows the obtaining of grapes rich in sugars, with great balance in terms of acidity and aromas. Grape variety : Brachetto PODERI DEL BRACHETTO Estate Pallavicini MOMBARUZZO The Estate The last vineyard established by the Marquis Pallavicini family extends over 16 hectares mainly cultivated in Brachetto. This amphitheater of vineyards, completely exposed at midday, sign of an absolutely generous nature, enjoys a mild and favorable microclimate. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 230 meters s.l.m. Soil composed of calcareous clayey marl with siliceous components. South exposure. The pedoclimatic conditions and the care of the man assure grapes of the highest quality with early ripening and strong aromatic characteristics. In the selection of rootstocks, the most drought- resistant qualities, constant of these sunny hills, have been favored. Grape variety: Brachetto, Barbera, Moscato PODERI DEL BRACHETTO Estate Buccelli NIZZA MONFERRATO The Estate It covers about eight hectares on the hills surrounding Nice. Become part of the Bersano heritage in 1985 and has an important historical and emotional value for the whole area. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 180 meters s.l.m. Clayey limestone soil. Southwest exposure. The thinning, carried out in August, is never drastic due to the natural predisposition of the vineyard to not excessive production. Grape variety: Brachetto, Moscato . PODERI DEL BRACHETTO Vineyard Serradivaglio INCISA SCAPACCINO The Estate Vineyard of about 5 hectares located between the towns of Incisa and Vaglio Serra. The pedoclimatic characteristics of the Serradivaglio favor a luxuriant vegetation, to keep under control, a real challenge to the skill of the winemaker who must operate carefully to ensure the production of high quality grapes. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 200 meters s.l.m. Soil composed of clayey marl. Southwest exposure Grape variety : Brachetto . THE HILLS OF MOSCATO Estate San Michele NIZZA MONFERRATO The Estate It extends to the edge of the Municipality of Nice, to the right of the Belbo stream. As tradition dictates, dedicating the churches and sanctuaries built in the highest places to the Holy Archangel is located on the top of the hill. The vineyards, about six hectares exposed at midday, can be counted in the limited number of land of exceptional value existing in the wine-growing Piedmont. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 250 meters s.l.m. Calcareous soil. Exposure south west, south east. The pedoclimatic conditions are ideal for the cultivation of sweet wine grapes. The position and the conformation of the soil favor the low yields and enhance the quality of the grapes. Grape variety: Moscato THE HILLS OF MOSCATO Monteolivo vineyard CASTELNUOVO BELBO The Estate About 15 hectares of vineyards located on a soft hill that owes its name to the times when, thanks to a climate temperate and constant, in the Asteggiana olive tree was present. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 260 meters s.l.m. Soil composed of calcareous-clayey marl with ferrous components. South-West exposure. The pedoclimatic conditions are particularly suitable for the development of aromatic components. Grape variety: Moscato, Barbera THE LAND OF RUCHE Estate San Pietro Realto CASTAGNOLE MONFERRATO The Estate Last purchase in order of time, the Cascina San Pietro includes an extensive estate of fifty-three hectares on which stands a manor house surrounded by farm buildings and an impressive park. Terroir and Vineyards Average altitude of 350 meters s.l.m. Clay soil. Exposure South, South-West. To date, around thirty-two hectares have been planted dedicated to the production of Ruchè and Grignolino for which the estate, located a few kilometers from Portacomaro, enjoys a particularly suitable terrain. Grape variety: Ruchè, Grignolino, Barbera Nizza Monferrato Bersano Srl - Nizza Monferrato (AT).