# Verduno Pelaverga (San Biagio)

> Red, Verduno Pelaverga DOC by [San Biagio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/san-biagio.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/san-biagio-verduno-pelaverga).

- **Producer:** San Biagio
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Verduno Pelaverga DOC
- **Grape:** Pelaverga Piccolo di Verduno 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Capalot
- **Production area:** La Morra, on the border with the original Verduno area (Capalot designation)
- **Soil:** Sant'Agata laminated marls with layers of sandstone and conglomerates; marine fossils found
- **Exposure:** East
- **Harvest:** Second half of September, by hand
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted 1990-2018; average altitude 390 m
- **Vinification:** Cold static maceration for 1 day, fermentation at 24 °C for 25 days with frequent punching down.
- **Serving temperature:** 14 °C in summer up to 18 °C; drink within 4-6 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Peppery, cinnamon-scented Pelaverga from the Capalot designation in La Morra, made from the indigenous Pelaverga Piccolo.

## Tasting notes

Brilliant ruby red with cherry reflections. Cinnamon and black pepper with marasca cherry, rose, violet and a slight herbaceous vein. Velvety, harmonious palate with freshness and good persistence.

## Food pairings

Summer aperitif served slightly chilled; starters, shellfish and fish, first courses, savoury pies, light white or red meats, medium-aged cheeses.