Tenuta Olim Bauda

Much the same might be be said of Olim Bauda – a secluded family estate that lies at the end of long drive off the busy Via Prata. Here the road gently meanders and continuously rises before the family home finally reveals itself amidst a grove of trees, though if you arrive in truffle season it is more likely to be shrouded in mist. The estate is run by siblings Dino, Diana and Gianni, all of whom have devoted themselves to creating fresh, expressive Barbera d’Asti and pure, scintillating Gavi in the most delicate, low-intervention way. Without doubt these wines, like truffles, are worth any trouble you might have finding them.

Viticulture

Working organically in the vineyards since 2018 they were certified as organic in 2022. Sustainable agricultural practices, following the rules for integrated farming which prohibit the use of herbicides. Rigorous green harvesting and bunch selection in the vineyards ensure that only perfectly ripe fruit is harvested.

Winemaking

Fermentation takes place in temperature‑controlled stainless‑steel vats, preserving the purity and freshness of the fruit — a hallmark of the estate’s style. For reds, particularly Barbera, the wine undergoes maceration and fermentation over approximately 12 days before being aged in large French oak barrels or casks for extended periods, often 18 to 30 months, prior to bottling. Whites are typically fermented in stainless-steel vats, though some parcels or vintages may see partial oak maturation, depending on the cuvée.