Matteo Ascheri is a person who spreads happiness and good humour. Based in the town of Bra, where his family winery has been located since the 1880s, he’s responsible for a series of outstanding and great value Piedmontese whites and reds. Listen to us chat about Nebbiolo clones, his short career as a chartered accountant, his political career and why he prefers to make his own mistakes.

To read more about Matteo, have a look at the Ascheri website. You can also follow him on Instagram @ascheri.vineyardsandcellars.

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