Brachetto vs Freisa
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Brachetto and Freisa is tannin: Brachetto is Low while Freisa is Medium(+). Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Brachetto | Freisa |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium | High |
| Tannin | Low | Medium(+) |
| Body | Medium | Medium |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Medium | Medium |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium(+) | Medium(+) |
Signature aromas
Brachetto
rose petalstrawberryraspberry
Freisa
wild strawberryroseraspberry
Common questions
- How do you tell Brachetto and Freisa apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Brachetto and Freisa is tannin: Brachetto is Low while Freisa is Medium(+). Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Brachetto or Freisa higher in tannin?
- On the WSET ladder, Brachetto is Low and Freisa is Medium(+) for tannin.
- Are Brachetto and Freisa red or white?
- Brachetto and Freisa are both red grape varieties.