{"title":"Stile Italian Grape Ale","description":"\u003ch2\u003eItalian Grape Ale (IGA): L'Incontro tra Birra e Uva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eL'\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Grape Ale\u003c\/strong\u003e, o semplicemente \u003cstrong\u003eIGA\u003c\/strong\u003e, è uno stile birrario tutto italiano, nato dalla combinazione tra \u003cstrong\u003emalto d'orzo\u003c\/strong\u003e e \u003cstrong\u003euva fresca o mosto d'uva\u003c\/strong\u003e. A seconda del vitigno utilizzato e del processo produttivo, può risultare \u003cstrong\u003efresca e beverina\u003c\/strong\u003e, oppure \u003cstrong\u003ecomplessa e strutturata\u003c\/strong\u003e, con aromi che spaziano dal fruttato al vinoso, dal floreale al tannico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA rappresentano una delle espressioni più originali e versatili del panorama brassicolo italiano. Sono birre che parlano di \u003cstrong\u003eterritorio, biodiversità\u003c\/strong\u003e e della \u003cstrong\u003ecreatività del birraio\u003c\/strong\u003e, capaci di valorizzare le eccellenze vitivinicole locali in una chiave del tutto inedita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigini dello Stile IGA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eL'Italian Grape Ale è uno stile birrario nato in Italia nei primi anni 2000, quando alcuni birrai artigianali italiani iniziarono a sperimentare l'aggiunta di uva e mosto d'uva nelle loro birre. Questa innovazione nacque dal desiderio di creare uno stile distintamente italiano che valorizzasse le eccellenze vitivinicole del paese, fondendo la tradizione birraria con quella vinicola.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRiconoscimento Internazionale\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNel 2015, il Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) ha riconosciuto ufficialmente l'Italian Grape Ale come stile birrario autonomo nelle linee guida internazionali, inserendola nella categoria \"Specialty Beer\". Questo riconoscimento ha consacrato l'IGA come il primo stile birrario italiano riconosciuto a livello mondiale, un motivo di orgoglio per il movimento craft italiano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCaratteristiche dello Stile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredienti Base\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA combinano ingredienti birrari tradizionali (malto d'orzo, luppolo, lievito, acqua) con uva fresca, mosto d'uva, mosto concentrato o vinacce. La percentuale di uva\/mosto può variare dal 10% al 40% o più, influenzando significativamente il carattere finale della birra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVitigni Utilizzati\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI birrai italiani utilizzano vitigni autoctoni e internazionali: Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Primitivo, Nero d'Avola, Aglianico, Montepulciano, Lambrusco, Moscato, Malvasia, Vermentino, Trebbiano e molti altri. Ogni vitigno conferisce caratteristiche uniche alla birra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProfili Aromatici\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA offrono profili aromatici complessi: note fruttate (uva, frutti rossi, frutti neri, agrumi), vinose (tannini, acidità delicata), floreali, speziate, maltate, luppolate. La complessità deriva dalla fusione di mondo birrario e vinicolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eColore\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIl colore varia enormemente a seconda del vitigno e del processo: dal dorato pallido (con uve bianche) all'ambrato, fino al rosso rubino o viola intenso (con uve rosse). Alcune IGA hanno sfumature vinose distintive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGradazione Alcolica\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA abbracciano un ampio range alcolico: dalle versioni leggere (4-6%) alle versioni robuste (8-12% o più). La gradazione dipende dalla quantità di zuccheri fermentabili derivanti da malto e uva.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTipologie di IGA\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIGA con Uve Bianche\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirre fresche, beverine, con note agrumate, floreali, minerali. Perfette per l'estate, si abbinano splendidamente con pesce, frutti di mare, piatti leggeri.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIGA con Uve Rosse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirre più strutturate, complesse, con tannini, note di frutti rossi e neri, corpo pieno. Ideali per abbinamenti con carni, formaggi stagionati, piatti robusti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIGA Acide\/Sour\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirre con acidità pronunciata derivante da fermentazioni miste, Brett, batteri lattici. L'acidità dell'uva si fonde con quella della fermentazione creando complessità straordinaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIGA Barrel Aged\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIGA invecchiate in botti di vino (spesso dello stesso vitigno utilizzato nella birra), che sviluppano complessità, profondità e carattere vinoso ancora più marcato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProcesso Produttivo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAggiunta in Bollitura\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMosto d'uva aggiunto durante la bollitura per conferire zuccheri fermentabili e aromi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAggiunta in Fermentazione\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUva fresca o mosto aggiunti durante la fermentazione primaria o secondaria per massimizzare aromi fruttati e vinosi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCo-fermentazione\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMosto di birra e mosto d'uva fermentati insieme fin dall'inizio, creando integrazione profonda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRifermentazione su Vinacce\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBirra rifermentata su vinacce (bucce d'uva) che conferiscono tannini, colore, aromi intensi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritorio e Biodiversità\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA sono espressione del territorio italiano: ogni regione può valorizzare i propri vitigni autoctoni, creando birre che raccontano la biodiversità vitivinicola locale. Un'IGA toscana con Sangiovese sarà diversa da un'IGA piemontese con Nebbiolo, da un'IGA pugliese con Primitivo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCollaborazioni Birrificio-Cantina\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMolte IGA nascono da collaborazioni tra birrifici e cantine: il birraio porta competenza brassicola, il viticoltore fornisce uve di qualità e conoscenza vinicola. Queste sinergie creano prodotti eccezionali che fondono due mondi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbbinamenti Gastronomici\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA sono estremamente versatili negli abbinamenti: antipasti italiani, salumi e formaggi, primi piatti elaborati, risotti, carni bianche e rosse, pesce (con IGA da uve bianche), dessert alla frutta. La loro complessità permette abbinamenti sofisticati che valorizzano la cucina italiana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStagionalità e Vendemmia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMolte IGA sono birre stagionali prodotte durante la vendemmia (settembre-ottobre) quando l'uva fresca è disponibile. Questo legame con i cicli naturali rende le IGA birre autentiche e connesse al territorio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInnovazione Continua\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI birrai italiani continuano a sperimentare con le IGA: nuovi vitigni, tecniche innovative, invecchiamenti particolari, blend di uve diverse, fermentazioni miste. Questa sperimentazione mantiene lo stile vivo e in evoluzione.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRiconoscimenti Internazionali\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA italiane hanno ottenuto numerosi riconoscimenti in competizioni internazionali, confermando la qualità e l'originalità dello stile. Birrifici italiani hanno vinto medaglie prestigiose con le loro interpretazioni di IGA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEsportazione e Diffusione\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLo stile IGA ha ispirato birrai di tutto il mondo: birrifici americani, europei, australiani producono Grape Ale ispirate al modello italiano. Tuttavia, le IGA italiane rimangono le più autentiche grazie all'accesso a vitigni autoctoni unici.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConservazione e Invecchiamento\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMolte IGA, specialmente quelle robuste e complesse, migliorano con l'invecchiamento: i tannini si integrano, gli aromi evolvono, la complessità aumenta. Alcune IGA possono essere invecchiate per anni come grandi vini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperatura di Servizio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA vanno servite a temperatura di cantina (8-14°C a seconda della struttura) per esaltare la complessità aromatica. Temperature troppo fredde mascherano le sfumature vinose e fruttate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBicchieri Adeguati\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eServire in bicchieri tulipano, calice o balloon che permettono di apprezzare aromi complessi, colori vinosi e schiuma. Bicchieri da vino possono essere appropriati per IGA particolarmente vinose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrgoglio Italiano\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLe IGA rappresentano l'eccellenza dell'innovazione birraria italiana: uno stile originale, riconosciuto internazionalmente, che valorizza le tradizioni vitivinicole italiane in chiave birraria. Sono birre che raccontano l'Italia, la sua biodiversità, la sua creatività.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLa Selezione Maltese\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSu Maltese abbiamo selezionato le migliori Italian Grape Ale, scegliendo birrifici che eccellono in questo stile e utilizzano vitigni di qualità. 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The mineral savoriness of Pigato is the star from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Phigata\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLigurian Pigato grape\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rare and identity-defining indigenous grape variety: Liguria in a glass, with all its mineral savoriness and floral freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Grape Ale\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most original and identity-defining styles of Italian craft beer, recognized internationally\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalaspina Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Milanese brewery with a creative vision and the ability to enhance indigenous Italian grape varieties in a brewing context\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique savoriness\u003c\/strong\u003e — the signature of Pigato: a minerality not found in any other Italian grape variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite meats, grilled and baked fish, appetizers, fried fish, fresh Ligurian cheeses (prescinsêua, formaggetta). Perfect as a beer for a light meal or as a characterful aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy Phigata online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h throughout Italy. Ligurian Pigato grape, mineral savoriness, Milan: the Grape Ale that tells the story of Liguria. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/malaspina-brewing\"\u003eDiscover all Malaspina Brewing beers →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malaspina Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 37.5 cl","offer_id":43729572593839,"sku":"PH37","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/malaspina_phigata_7cdcd57c-b5c3-4e72-a3d1-5959c7d337ef.webp?v=1771256486"},{"product_id":"malaspina-brewing-tonda","title":"Tonda","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTonda — Red Ale — Malaspina Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTonda\u003c\/strong\u003e is the \u003cstrong\u003eRed Ale\u003c\/strong\u003e crafted by \u003cstrong\u003eMalaspina Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e, a craft brewery in Milan (Lombardy). It has a ruby color and presents aromas of \u003cstrong\u003ered fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e (red currant, blackberry, cherry), apple, and spicy notes. The palate is smooth and dry with moderate acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Ale \/ Amber-Ruby Beer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red fruits, apple, spicy, smooth, dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goblet or pint\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malaspina Brewing — Milan, Lombardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it is fruity and inviting: \u003cstrong\u003ered currant, blackberry, and cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge with freshness, accompanied by notes of apple and a delicate spiciness. On the palate, it is smooth and dry, with moderate acidity that adds freshness without ever being aggressive. The finish is clean, fruity, with a pleasant lingering of red fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Tonda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed fruits on the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e — currant, blackberry, cherry: a fresh and inviting aromatic profile that sets Tonda apart from more malty Red Ales\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e — the perfect combination for a drinkable Red Ale: structure without heaviness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModerate acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e — that touch of freshness that balances the sweetness of the red malts without ever overwhelming\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalaspina Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Milanese brewery with a complete range that also includes characterful amber beers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheeses and appetizers in general, including fried ones. First courses with light sauces, second courses with white meats or fish. Its smoothness and fruitiness make it versatile and suitable for many contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy Tonda online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h throughout Italy. Milanese Red Ale: ruby, red fruits, smooth and dry. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/malaspina-brewing\"\u003eDiscover all Malaspina beers →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malaspina Brewing","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 37.5 cl","offer_id":43729626759343,"sku":"T37","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/malaspina_tonda.webp?v=1771258973"},{"product_id":"birrificio-barley-bb6","title":"BB6","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBB6 — Italian Grape Ale with Sardinian white grape — Barley Brewery, Sardinia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB6\u003c\/strong\u003e is probably one of the best beers to pair with seafood dishes — especially first courses with mussels and clams. Thanks to its right body structure and flavor nuances, it is capable of going \u003cem\u003e\"in seasoning\"\u003c\/em\u003e with everything the sea offers us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe secret? The \u003cstrong\u003efresh must of a mix of Sardinian white grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e and the presence of \u003cstrong\u003estrongly aromatic hops\u003c\/strong\u003e: another gem from \u003cstrong\u003eNicola Perra\u003c\/strong\u003e of Barley, the undisputed master of Italian Grape Ale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruity, aromatic, notes of Sardinian white grape, exotic hops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, elegant, structure suitable for pairing with fish, dry finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian Grape Ale — fresh must of Sardinian white grapes + aromatic hops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpaghetti with clams, linguine with mussels, seafood risotto, grilled fish, seafood appetizers. The beer that goes in seasoning with fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy BB6 online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h. Sardinian, aromatic, perfect with the sea: order now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Birrificio Barley","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 37.5 cl","offer_id":43729626792111,"sku":"19BB6","price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/barley_bb6.webp?v=1772366573"},{"product_id":"birrificio-barley-bb9","title":"BB9","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBB9 — Italian Grape Ale with Malvasia Sapa — Barley Brewery, Sardinia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIGAs from \u003cstrong\u003eBarley\u003c\/strong\u003e (Maracalagonis, Cagliari) do not live by grapes alone: \u003cstrong\u003eNicola Perra\u003c\/strong\u003e has accustomed us to a varied use of local grape varieties, and BB9 is the most eloquent demonstration of this. Here, the protagonist is the \u003cstrong\u003eMalvasia grape sapa\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by a wide mix of German, American, and New Zealand hops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn important beer, with a luscious sip and a rather dry finish, offering a tasting journey rich in fruity and spicy suggestions. To be discovered and rediscovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe fruit, spices, notes of Malvasia, varied aromatic hops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luscious, complex, fruity and spicy, dry and persistent finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian Grape Ale — Malvasia sapa + German, American, and New Zealand hops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAged cheeses, Sardinian cured meats, roasted meats, spicy dishes. Perfect as a tasting beer or for challenging gastronomic pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy BB9 online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h. Complex, Sardinian, to discover: order now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Birrificio Barley","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 75 cl","offer_id":43729626857647,"sku":"9BB9","price":16.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/barley_bb9.webp?v=1772366566"},{"product_id":"birrificio-barley-bb-ver-blonde","title":"BB Ver Blonde","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBB Ver Blonde — Italian Grape Ale with Vermentino — Barley Brewery, Sardinia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn alcoholic beer like this wouldn't typically suggest an aperitif or pairing with a fresh seafood salad — yet that is exactly what \u003cstrong\u003eNicola Perra\u003c\/strong\u003e, master brewer of \u003cstrong\u003eBarley\u003c\/strong\u003e and recognized father of Italian Grape Ale, recommends. And we wholeheartedly agree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVermentino must\u003c\/strong\u003e, with its citrus and exotic notes, brings the scent of the sea and summer on Sardinian beaches to this beer. An IGA that surprises with its lightness and drinkability, despite its significant alcohol content.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus, exotic notes, white flowers, Vermentino prominent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, aromatic, wine-like, dry and pleasant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian Grape Ale — Sardinian Vermentino must\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeafood salad, fish appetizers, shellfish, fresh Sardinian cheeses. Perfect as a summer aperitif alternative to white wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy BB Ver Blonde online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h. Sardinia in a sip: order now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Birrificio Barley","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 75 cl","offer_id":43729626923183,"sku":"9BBVER","price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/barley_bb-ver-blonde.webp?v=1771259221"},{"product_id":"birrificio-barley-bb-boom","title":"BB Boom","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBB Boom by Barley: Buy Online the Beer with Vermentino Grape Must and Exotic Hops\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eBB Boom\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is truly the case that grape and hop can coexist in the same glass. And not only that — when the hand assembling them is that of a great connoisseur of both like \u003cstrong\u003eNicola Perra\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maltese.beer\/birrifici-artigianali\/birrificio-barley\" title=\"Barley\"\u003eBarley\u003c\/a\u003e, the result can be truly astonishing. \u003cstrong\u003eOrder it now on Maltese\u003c\/strong\u003e — shipping in 24-48h.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special beer with grape (IGA-inspired)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barley — Sardinia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooked must of Vermentino grapes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHops:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"New era\" varieties — exotic and citrusy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winey, fruity, exotic, citrusy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe protagonists of the aromatic bouquet are \u003cstrong\u003egrape and hop\u003c\/strong\u003e: the cooked must of Vermentino grapes brings winey and fruity notes of quince, while the \"new era\" hops unleash all their \u003cstrong\u003eexotic and citrusy freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e. A beer that evolves in the mouth and warms up in the glass like few others can. To be discovered and rediscovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeafood appetizers and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh cheeses and Sardinian pecorino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasta with seafood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit and citrus-based desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassy aperitif — an alternative to white wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal serving temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10°C — \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine glass or Tulip glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBarley: The Brewing Art of Sardinia\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarley\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most awarded and internationally recognized Sardinian craft breweries. Nicola Perra is a master at combining brewing tradition with typical products of the Sardinian territory, such as Vermentino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy BB Boom on Maltese\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping, storage at 4-6°C. Discover the entire \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/birre-speciali\"\u003eselection of IGA and special beers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Birrificio Barley","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 75 cl","offer_id":43729626955951,"sku":"9BBB","price":16.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/barley_bb-boom.webp?v=1771259553"},{"product_id":"birrificio-barley-bb-rednau","title":"BB Rednau","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBB Red Nau — Italian Grape Ale with Fresh Cannonau — Barley Brewery, Sardinia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBB Red Nau\u003c\/strong\u003e is the intriguing sister of the legendary BB10: the same Sardinian grape — \u003cstrong\u003eCannonau\u003c\/strong\u003e — but in completely different attire. Here, \u003cstrong\u003efresh must\u003c\/strong\u003e is used instead of sapa, and the result is a fresher and more elegant wine character, with notes of \u003cstrong\u003estrawberry and red fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e that perfectly complement the caramel and biscuit of the malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn IGA that always makes a great impression at the table — versatile, intriguing, capable of surprising even the most skeptical about the beer-wine pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strawberry, red fruits, fresh and elegant wine notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caramel, biscuit, red fruit, dry and pleasant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italian Grape Ale — fresh must of Sardinian Cannonau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCold cuts, semi-aged cheeses, pasta with ragù, grilled red meats. Perfect as an alternative to light red wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy BB Red Nau online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping in 24-48h. Sardinia in a sip: order now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Birrificio Barley","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 75 cl","offer_id":43729626988719,"sku":"9BBRED","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/barley_bb-red-nau.webp?v=1772366560"},{"product_id":"birra-gaia-vineyard","title":"Vineyard","description":"\u003ch3\u003eVineyard: Buy Online the IGA with Barbera Grape Must and Classic Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e is our \u003cstrong\u003eIGA (Italian Grape Ale)\u003c\/strong\u003e that returns every year capturing the moment of the harvest: 500 liters of the best Barbera grape must from \u003cstrong\u003ePiedmont\u003c\/strong\u003e transformed into a pink and sparkling beer with strong and complex fruity tones. \u003cstrong\u003eOrder it now on Maltese\u003c\/strong\u003e — limited availability, shipping in 24-48h.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e IGA (Italian Grape Ale)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbera, Piedmont\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gooseberry, berries, peach, light acidity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sparkling rosé\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial version:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic Method (sparkling in Franciacorta)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAromas of \u003cstrong\u003egooseberry and berries\u003c\/strong\u003e, with notes of peach derived from the work of the yeasts. 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Some bottles of Vineyard have been taken to Franciacorta to be sparkling using the \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing the profile of this beer closer to that of a prosecco and making it excellent for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppetizers and platters of cured meats and cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbera risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed meats and game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesserts based on berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassy aperitif — alternative to rosé wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor aging — perfect to keep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal serving temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10°C — \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine glass or Tulip glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy Vineyard on Maltese\u003c\/strong\u003e — limited annual production, sold-out stocks will not be replenished. 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The \u003cstrong\u003egrapes\u003c\/strong\u003e — after being destemmed — are pressed and transferred to the barrel. The beer wort ferments with the \u003cstrong\u003eyeasts naturally present in the skins of the grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e: the same technique used for natural wines, applied to beer. The result is a beer that resembles a \u003cstrong\u003epet-nat\u003c\/strong\u003e in terms of aroma, bubbles, and acidity: earthy, mineral, complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNature Terra vs Nature Amarene: the differences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth belong to the Nature line of Opperbacco and share the same production philosophy — spontaneous fermentation with fruit yeasts, maturation in barrels — but they differ in the fruit used: \u003cstrong\u003egrapes\u003c\/strong\u003e for Terra, \u003cstrong\u003esour cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e for Amarene. 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