Gattinara Luca Caligaris

Gattinara DOCG • Piedmont • Caligaris Luca
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Gattinara DOCG
Alcohol
13%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous steel yeasts, skin-macerated for 20 days
Aging
36 months in 25 hl oak barrels
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Gattinara DOCG stands as a benchmark for Piedmont's highest quality classification. With 13% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Nebbiolo 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards on volcanic and acid soils in the Osso, Castelle and Lurghe hamlets located in Gattinara. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous steel yeasts, skin-macerated for 20 days. The wine is aged 36 months in 25 hl oak barrels. A wine combining Piedmont's trademark power with finesse and complexity.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmont is renowned worldwide for Barolo and Barbaresco, its two great Nebbiolo-based expressions.

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