/brakˈetːo d̪ˈiː’ˈakːwɪ/
- Piemonte
- Vineyard Area: N/A
- Year Appellation Started: 1996
- Appellation Last modified: 2014
- Red Grapes: Brachetto
- Sparkling
- Rosso (Red)
- Air dried
- Sparkling: minimum 97% Brachetto + maximum 3% other red grape varieties suitable for cultivation in the Piedmont region.
- Still Red Wine:
- minimum 97% Brachetto + maximum 3% other red grape varieties suitable for cultivation in the Piedmont region.
- Air dried: minimum 97% Brachetto + maximum 3% other red grape varieties suitable for cultivation in the Piedmont region.
- Total Production: 27.015 Hectolitres
- Red Wine: 100%
- Brachetto d’Acqui DOCG is produced in the southeastern part of Piedmont, specifically in the provinces of Asti and Alessandria.
- Sparkling (Spumante): Brachetto d’Acqui Spumante is a fully sparkling wine, characterized by its fine bubbles, light body, and sweet flavor profile.
- Semi-Sparkling (Frizzante): This style has a gentler effervescence compared to the Spumante, offering a more delicate sparkle.
- Still (Tranquillo): While less common, still versions of Brachetto d’Acqui are also produced, showcasing the grape’s aromatic qualities without the bubbles