Nerobrigante Craft Brewery: Heart of Tradition and Flavor in Trento
Nerobrigante is a craft brewery founded in Masi di Sorni, in the municipality of Lavis, in the picturesque province of Trento. Established in 2016, it is located in an area rich in agricultural and winemaking history, on the western slopes of Monte Corona at 287 meters above sea level, a territory renowned for the cultivation of fine grapes, including the famous Sorni Bianco and Sorni Rosso, wines of great reputation recognized as Trentino DOC.
The brewery’s very name evokes the strong and independent character of the legendary Trentino brigand, a symbolic figure reflected in the soul of every beer produced. Nerobrigante’s beers are characterized by careful and traditional craftsmanship: all are unfiltered, the result of a top-fermentation process and bottle refermentation, to ensure authentic and complex flavors.
Nerobrigante’s Beers: Between Legend and Territory
Nerobrigante offers a selection of unique craft beers, each with a well-defined story and character, telling the legends and culture of the Val di Sorni. Among the most appreciated:
- Zio Urlich: a Weizen with an intense golden yellow color, featuring fruity aromas and delicate yeast notes. The body is balanced and smooth, with a rounded and creamy flavor that wins over the palate.
- La 18: a Golden Ale with an evocative name, inspired by the legend of a young man who got lost in the woods and found refuge at the Nerobrigante farmhouse. The nose perceives floral and vanilla scents, while the taste is firm and dry.
- Fra Diavolo: a Vienna Lager with its characteristic amber color, with fresh notes of toasted malt. The flavor is delicate, pleasantly rounded, perfect for those seeking a gentle yet structured beer.
- Dark Robin: a Porter with an intense dark brown color, offering aromas of coffee and dark chocolate. This beer is inspired by a mysterious figure said to have appeared in the woods surrounding the brewery.
Quality and Territory: Nerobrigante’s Philosophy
Nerobrigante brewery stands out for its care in selecting ingredients, favoring high-quality raw materials and artisanal production methods that enhance the typical aromatic profile of each beer. Production is strongly linked to the territory, harmonizing tradition and innovation.
Nerobrigante beers are available for purchase online and at the retail outlet in San Michele all’Adige, where it is also possible to taste the prestigious wines and grappa from the same family—a sensory experience that combines beer, wine, and spirits into a complete journey.
For those who love to discover this world firsthand, the brewery offers guided tours: an opportunity to immerse oneself in Trentino’s brewing culture, learn about the production processes, and directly savor Nerobrigante’s creations, a true artisanal gem in the heart of the Dolomites.
