# Valceresé (Francesca Castaldi)

> Red, Colline Novaresi DOC Uva Rara by [Francesca Castaldi](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francesca-castaldi.md), Alto Piemonte, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francesca-castaldi-valcerese).

- **Producer:** Francesca Castaldi
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Colline Novaresi DOC Uva Rara
- **Grape:** Uva Rara 100%
- **Harvest:** Early to mid-October.
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted in 1999.
- **Vinification:** Hand-picked in about 20 kg baskets, fully destemmed. Alcoholic fermentation is carried out by native yeasts in cement tanks for about 4 to 5 days, with two pump-overs a day. The short maceration is meant to bring out the grape's typical varietal character. The wine is drawn off while the must is still fermenting, followed by winter racking to clarify it, then bottled usually in April or May of the year after harvest.
- **Il Vino Bello rating:** 4/5
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

A 100% Uva Rara from vines planted in 1999, briefly macerated and bottled in spring after a short winter rest.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red. Aromatic and fruity on the nose. Harmonious on the palate, leaving it clean and fresh.

## Food pairings

Starters and fresh cheeses, also good with white meats.