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RedGattinaraDOCG

Gattinara DOCG

by Antoniolo · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationGattinaraDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for3–7 years
Bottled in0.75 l
AntonioloPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Nebbiolo comes from the estate's three finest vineyards: Osso San Grato, Le Castelle and San Francesco. The vines are 50–60 years old and planted in volcanic soils on south- and southwest-facing slopes.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested entirely by hand and carefully sorted at the winery. Vinification takes place in a cement tank, with spontaneous fermentation and a maceration of 18 days. The wine is natural.

Ageing

The wine ages for 36 months in casks of 25–35 hectolitres made from Slavonian and French oak, followed by a final year of bottle ageing.

Serving and pairing

It suits refined red meat dishes and fine cheeses.

Label / history

This is the Riserva bottling. Antoniolo produces 1,500 cases of Gattinara Riserva each year.