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 4 years; 3 years in oak barrels

REFINUNG: Minimum 1 year refining in bottle

ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12,5 – 13,5% vol

COLOUR: Brilliant garnet red, turning to a brick shade

BOUQUET: Refined with a large bouquet, with notes of small red fruits and spices hints, natural scent of viola, which is strengthened in case of prolonged

TASTE: Deep, 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. Interesting with fermented cheeses, included the classic Parmigiano Reggiano