Mónica Larner, the critic for Italy at Robert Parker, has rated Azienda Agricola Brovia as one of the "most collectible" producers in northern Italy. With over 20 years of experience under her belt, we imagine her opinion holds weight. We suspect she knows a thing or two about wines (read with an ironic tone). However, what makes this family winery from the D.O.C.G. Barolo so special? Could it be their history? Their methods? Or the passion they infuse into everything they do? Place your bets. We are going all-in on Brovia Barolo Brea Vigna Ca Mia.
Undoubtedly, the artisanal craftsmanship and high standards of quality are two reliable values that underpin the reputation of Azienda Agricola Brovia. One cannot be producing wines since the 19th century—specifically since 1863—without paying meticulous attention to their craft. This dedication, turned into a family legacy, is currently in the hands of Elena Brovia and Alex Sánchez, the viticulturists leading the vineyards located in Castiglione Falleto and in Serralunga d’Alba. All the plots, spread across these two municipalities of the D.O.C.G. Barolo, are cultivated organically, with the soil's quality and various parameters analysed twice a year. An eye for detail is their forte. And Brovia Barolo Brea Vigna Ca Mia is a testament to this. The same applies in the winery, where Álex meticulously ensures everything is executed to perfection. The vinification technique remains constant; the only variable is the origin of the grapes. Extracting the best from each grape is a task not all wineries achieve; however, this is not the case with Brovia.
If by this point we haven't convinced you to take home a bottle of Brovia Barolo Brea Vigna Ca Mia (and we doubt that), remember that the world's top critics have already taken note. And they rarely make mistakes. Brovia Barolo Brea Vigna Ca Mia is clearly the winning choice!