PRODUCTION AREA: Varied vineyards situated on the hills in the town of Gattinara
GRAPES: Nebbiolo (localy called Spanna)
YIELD/ha: 45hl
PLANTS/ha: 3500
AGEING: Minimun aging 3 years; 2 years in oak barrels
REFINUNG: 1 year refining in bottle
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12,5 – 13,5% vol
COLOUR: Garnet red, turning to a brick shade
BOUQUET: Refined, with notes of small red fruits and spices hints, natural scent of viola
TASTE: Dry and full-bodied with the right amount of tannins and a typical bitter finish; it has an excellent structure and length
TASTING TEMP: 18-20°C
STORAGE: Bottle has to be stored horizontally, in a dry place, avoiding light, vibrations and heat; storage temperature 12 – 15°
TO BE SERVED WITH:
Excellent with first plates and risotti, roasted meats and braised beef, game, common or noble chickens. Interesting with fermented cheeses, included the classic parmigiano reggiano