# Testun (Ridaroca)

> Red, Roero Riserva DOCG by [Ridaroca](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/ridaroca.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/ridaroca-testun).

- **Producer:** Ridaroca
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Roero Riserva DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Soil:** Sandy-clay and hilly, with a predominance of stratified yellow sands with gravel and marl; excellent permeability and alkaline pH
- **Exposure:** South; 330 m above sea level
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked in small crates, as tradition requires
- **Vinification:** Destemming and crushing, then about 10 days of fermentation with daily pumping over at a constant 28 to 30°C. After racking off, malolactic fermentation in vats, then ageing in small casks.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Roero Riserva from 100% Nebbiolo, grown on south-facing sandy-clay ground at 330 m, 13.5 to 15% alcohol depending on vintage.

## Tasting notes

Intense garnet colour. Broad, complex and energetic on the nose, with ripe fruit and spices such as pepper and cinnamon prevailing over the primary aromas. Firm structure blending acidity and alcoholic power, letting the aromas open gradually. Long, persistent finish with soft, well-balanced tannins.

## Food pairings

Structured first courses and meat dishes. Ideal with Piedmontese starters such as raw meat (tartare or albese), vitello tonnato and Russian salad; also aged cheeses, grilled or well-seasoned red meats and game.