Red

Roano

By Vigneti Valle Roncati, Alto Piemonte, Piemonte, Italy

Vigneti Valle Roncati Roano

A Sizzano DOC blend led by Nebbiolo, from acidic morainic soils of clay, sand and minerals in the Colline Novaresi. 14% vol.

Tasting notes

Ruby colour with garnet reflections; enveloping bouquet of violet, red fruits and spices. Savoury and dry, with harmonious primary and secondary elements, velvety and long.

Pairs well with

Red meats, game and spicy cheeses.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Sizzano DOC
Grape
Nebbiolo 70%, Vespolina 20%, Uva Rara 10%
Production area
Sizzano, Colline Novaresi
Soil
Morainic alluvial
Vineyard planting
Guyot training, 4,000 vines per hectare, yield 50 quintals per hectare
Vinification
Traditional red fermentation with selected yeasts, completed in temperature-controlled stainless steel, then a long ageing in French oak barrels. Bottled and kept in a cellar with controlled temperature and humidity for a second ageing.
Serving temperature
18 C, open the bottle at least 1 hour before serving
Storage
Keeps its character for over 10 years from bottling if well stored.

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