Gattinara Riserva DOCG, 2012

It is produced from vineyards planted at an altitude of 320-420 meters, facing south/southwest, on rocky soils with a reddish color due to the presence of iron mineral salts. The area’s cool and breezy climate favors a slow ripening of the grapes. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with maceration on the skins for approximately two weeks. The wine ages for three years in Slavonian oak barrels, partly in smaller barrels, and completes its refinement with an additional eight months in bottle before release.

Antique garnet color with orange highlights; complex and concentrated nose, of fruit in alcohol and strawberry and blackberry jam, with dominant notes of licorice and juniper berries, sandalwood and dried flowers, and toasted notes; powerful and elegant sip, fresh and savory, with a long finish.

Stewed meats, braised meats, roasts, game, mature cheeses.