Red

Sanrocco

By Cantina Sociale di Nizza, Nizza, Piemonte, Italy

Cantina Sociale di Nizza Sanrocco

Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato from the Monferrato, a native Piedmontese variety made in small quantities. Ruchè 100%, 15% vol.

Tasting notes

Not too deep a ruby. Entirely floral opening of violets, red roses and a distinctive note of flowering geranium, followed by blackberry and morello cherry fruit or spice such as pepper and cardamom. Dry yet soft on the palate, decidedly smooth, with a soft, velvety structure and polished tannins softened by alcoholic warmth; the nose returns in the finish.

Pairs well with

Good affinity with aged and blue cheeses and filled egg pasta. Red meats, both slow-cooked like stew and roasted; also structured white meats such as curry or mustard preparations. Unusual pairing: truffled anchovies or lamb with mushrooms.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG
Grape
Ruchè 100%
Production area
Castagnole Monferrato
Exposure
South-east, south-west
Harvest
Hand-picked at advanced ripeness
Vineyard planting
Vineyards at 200/300 m a.s.l., Guyot training on vertical trellis, vine age over 15 to 20 years, 90 q/ha
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, malolactic fermentation in tank, then 6 months rest in bottle.
Serving temperature
16-18°C
Storage
Consumption window 3 to 5 years

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