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PIEDMONT REGION
SELECTION OF GRAPES - REGION
This region of the north-west of Italy produces unique wines of great quality, elaborated in his great majority with local grapes likes Nebbiolo, Erbaluce, Ruché, Arneis, Favorita, Cortese e Caricalasino. The vineyards of Piedmont are the sixth part of the total area of vineyards in Italy. For the quantity and especially for the quality of the offer, the Piedmont is the first region in the field of Italian red wines of high level; and also the Langhe is the first and most important point of reference for the Piedmont and the entire national production.
NEBBIOLO
RUCHÉ
NIBIO
ARNEIS
FAVORITA DEL ROERO
VIOGNER
ERBALUCE DI CALUSO
GRAPES
NEBBIOLO
It is the quintessential indigenous grape variety of Piedmont; and certainly, it is the most precious and difficult black grapes among Italians. The excellences for the production of Nebbiolo is achieved in the areas around Barolo and Barbaresco (Piedmont) and in Valtellina (Lombardy), where it is known as Chiavennasca; and it is said that, outside of these regions, lose thickness, strength and "nobility", qualities that make it unique in the world. They have been identified three major clones of the Nebbiolo grape: the Lampia, Michet and Rose. However, most winemakers prefer to work in a blend of three grapes, for giving to the final product more complexity.
RUCHÉ
It is a native grape of the hills of Monferrato Castagnole; in particular in the North-East of Asti.The vineyard has a medium-high vigor, and an average production and quite regular.It produces a wine with a ruby red color with purple hues; with fine aroma, intense, fruity, with notes of cherry and geranium. On the palate it is full-bodied, strong alcohol, but soft, delicate. It occupies a particular niche, highly respected national and international enology.
Although it is legally authorized cut blend of 10% of other grapes, such as Brachetto and / or Barbera, manufacturers prefer to produce pure.
NIBIO
It is a black Italian grape variety with smaller and sparse bunches and red peduncle, which have been widely grown in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, particularly in the Tortonese area and around it. The wines produced with Nibio are nearly always dry, and can be tannic and fruity (black cherry and licorice with some prune flavors) with moderate levels of acidity. Although it is particularly associated with the towns of Dogliani and Diano d'Alba (Cuneo), the greatest volumes come from around Alba and Ovada.
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ERBALUCE DI CALUSO
It is a native grape of Piedmont, very versatile; particularly in the hills around Caluso, in the center of the Canavese. Thanks to the high acidity and sweetness of their grapes, can produce different types of wine; from dry wines to sparkling wines, sweet wines and the so-called passitos.The Erbaluce wines have pale yellow color with bright green hues and brilliant clarity when they are young. Its aroma is reminiscent of very fine wildflowers, referring to the acacia and hawthorn. The taste is fresh and dry; fruity aftertaste, which are mixed into the finish with notes of almond slightly.
ARNEIS
It is a widespread grape variety in Piedmont, in the province of Cuneo, especially in the zone of Roero and this variety is part of the family grapes Bianchette, in Liguria and Piedmont. The Arneis grape has considerable vigor, and a good and regular production.The wines produced with Arneis grapes have a more or less intense straw color, with slightly amber reflections; aromas of flowers, white fruits, delicate, fresh and herbaceous. They have good fullness, acidity and typical aftertaste of bitter almonds and herbaceous.
FAVORITA DEL ROERO
Along with the Arneis grape is the basis of the study and classification of the vine and its various species of white grapes in the Roero. In fact, in this area Favorita grapes can give excellent results, and it produces wines of great intensity and livelines. The wines produced with grapes Favorita have intense notes of pear, and the ability to age shortest of Arneis. The wines made from grapes Favorita, have a light yellow color, brilliant; with clear fragrances and persistent, citrus, fruit in general. On the palate, feel is fresh, slightly sour and salty. The finish is soft and velvety.
VIOGNER
It is a native grape of the Rhone Valley in France.In Italy, the Viognier is spreading especially in warm climate regions in Italy like in Piedmont, Lombardy and Sicily. When it is vinifying pure, it is capable of expressing the absolutely remarkable results; and produce fine wines of great quality.The wines produced with Viognier has a pale yellow color with golden reflections; with fruity aromas with hints of peach and apricot and a touch of citrus, pineapple and other tropical fruits.On the palate, usually with body and structure.
LOMBARDY REGION
Franciacorta and Lake Garda are the productive areas of reference with regard to white wines of Lombardy and his counterpart in the field of red wines is undoubtedly the Valtellina, in the most northern region, with vineyards as Sassella, Inferno, grumello, Valgella, Pignola Valtellinese and others; one of the few territories outside of the Langhe capable of producing red wines with Nebbiolo (called Chiavennasca) of high quality that are included in the Valtellina Superiore DOCG.
NEBBIOLO
CHARDONNAY
PINOT NOIR
GRAPES
NEBBIOLO
It is the quintessential indigenous grape variety of Piedmont; and certainly, it is the most precious and difficult black grapes among Italians. The excellences for the production of Nebbiolo is achieved in the areas around Barolo and Barbaresco (Piedmont) and in Valtellina (Lombardy), where it is known as Chiavennasca; and it is said that, outside of these regions, lose thickness, strength and "nobility", qualities that make it unique in the world. They have been identified three major clones of the Nebbiolo grape: the Lampia, Michet and Rose. However, most winemakers prefer to work in a blend of three grapes, for giving to the final product more complexity.
CHARDONNAY
It is one of the most planted white grape varieties in the world. It is possible produce wines of good quality even if grown with relatively high yields, and also with low yields, wines are of the highest caliber.Chardonnay is part of the blend of the best sparkling wines in the world, and has great aging potential. With Chardonnay grapes, can produce both, still wines, sparkling or "frizzanti", with high alcohol content and good acidity. These wines have a pale yellow color, not particularly load; with characteristic aroma, delicate and fruity (tropical fruit, pineapple and banana in particular).On the palate is elegant and harmonious. If it aged, takes notes of dried fruit.
PINOT NOIR
It is one of the noblest of the red grape varieties in the world (the only possible comparison is with the Nebbiolo); and belongs to the varieties so-called "international", of French origin, and widely cultivated worldwide. The neutral color of its pulp makes it suitable to vinification; and to obtain a wine which is the best basis for the production of sparkling wines, especially in blends with Chardonnay, which gives the body together, complexity, and also a remarkable longevity. It has a fine aroma, fruity with hints of raspberry and blackberry. It is slightly tannic, harmonious and full-bodied. With the aging the aromas acquire in complexity and finesse.
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TUSCANY REGION
Tuscany region is, along with Piedmont, one of the Italian regions, synonymous of high quality wines, with 11 DOCG and 40 D.O.C. About 70% of its production comes from red grapes, such as Sangiovese (and its variants), Canaiolo. Tuscany is well known worldwide for its wines Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano and others.
SANGIOVESE
GRAPES
SANGIOVESE
It is one of the most popular Italian varieties (cultivated areas cover 11% of the national vineyards area); and is traditionally the most popular grape in Tuscany. It is part of the blend of hundreds of wines, including some of the most prestigious Italian wines like Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano and many other equally valuable. The Sangiovese grape comes in two distinct forms: a stout Sangiovese, cultivated in Tuscany, with which produce Brunello and a small Sangiovese, which refer the most varieties with which produces Morellino di Scansanoj. The Sangiovese grape produces a wine of intense ruby red color, tannic, full-bodied, balanced, with a pleasant bitter aftertaste and fruity. With aging, releases tertiary aromas considerably more refined
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BASILICATA REGION
Even though it is yet a region of limited wine production in terms of quantity, Basilicata has interesting local vineyards that produce wines of hight qualities. Although this region is largely mountainous, it also has two outlets to the sea, on the Tyrrhenian Sea with the Gulf of Policastro and the Ionian Sea, which overlooks the Gulf of Taranto. These landforms degrade in hills that are particularly suited to growing grapes, especially at the Vulture.
GRAPES
AGLIANICO
Its birthplace is definitely the Vulture area, in the region of Basilicata, in the province of Potenza.With Aglianico del Vulture grapes, with its small bunches, with the grapes of an intense blue-black, produces wines of deep ruby color, with a fruity aroma, very intense, evolving with age in hints of spices, dried flowers and toasted.These wines have great alcohol content; structure and minerality.
AGLIANICO
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SICILY REGION
The wine region of Sicily also includes, in addition to the island itself (the largest in the Mediterranean), the Aeolian Islands, Pantelleria and other smaller islands or archipelagos. Its area of vines is among the most important in Italy, about 107,000 hectares and there are native grapes like Nero d'Avola (the whole island) and Nerello Mascalese, Grillo, Catarrato, and others.
NERO D'AVOLA
NERELLO MASCALESE AND
CAPPUCCIO
GRILLO
CATARRATO
GRAPES
NERO D'AVOLA
It is a native grape of Sicily. On the island, you can find in various denominations in blends with other varieties. With Nero d'Avola, pure, we can produce wines of important structure, complexity; and long aging. These wines have a pleasant ruby red, more or less intense, depending on the types of the vineyard; and aromas with hints of plum and cherry. Often, they feel some spicy notes, and even red berry fruit, more or less mature. It is a structured wine; intense, harmonious and warm.
NERELLO MASCALESE
This grape is very common in Sicily and Calabria; grows mostly on the north side of Etna, in Catania and Messina provinces. In fact, it is the 80% -100% of the production of wine Etna Doc. Beside, it produces wines with ruby red color with garnet, basically tannins, with good structure and fragrant aroma, great qualities and suitable for aging.
GRILLO
IIt is a white grape variety present in Sicily, in particular in the area of Trapani. There are other varieties, but the most classified, are Catarratto white, and white shiny Catarratto. These wines are characterized by the freshness of aroma and flavor; with hints of white flowers but also fruity. On the palate is dry and fruity, structured, without this affects their aging potential. Vinified pure, has a straw yellow color tending to golden. And for its herbal nuances, reminds us of the Sauvignon Blanc.
CATARRATO
It has particular importance in the production of Marsala DOC; and it is one of the most used varieties in Sicily, often with Inzolia and Catarratto. These grapes have the vocation, unusual for a white wine, to be particularly susceptible to aging. This grape produces white wines fresh and fragrant, with notes of dried vegetable, such as green tea, and floral notes. It keeps a pleasant freshness that combined with good alcohol makes it a wine to be drunk young but with good potential for longevity. It is superior to all the Sicilian white wines, except those of Etna.