Sperino Coste della Sesia Rosso Uvaggio 2021

Refined Italian red wine with aromas of herbs, pepper, jam, and cherries. Smooth and soft on the palate, very elegant. Delicious with risotto, roasted meat, or a spicy cheese.

 

In 1999, the well-known Chianti producer Paolo de Marchi and his son Luca took over the ancestral estate in Lessona.

The vineyards of this once-famous wine region are located in the northern part of Piedmont, on the foothills of the Alps and on poor soil. Viticulture in Lessona disappeared in the early 1900s due to two consecutive harvests completely ruined by hail, leaving only a few producers behind. However, the success of father and son de Marchi is once again attracting new, young winemakers.

The region is not suitable for high yields, but it is for top-quality wine, with an emphasis on a refined, elegant style. Such as the impressive Uvaggio, made from hand-picked Nebbiolo (80%), Vespolina (15%), and Croatina grapes (5%).

Fermentation takes place with natural yeast cells, and the wine ages for approximately eighteen months in large 1,500-liter oak barrels. Luca himself says that he makes 'the Burgundy of Italy'. Judging by the refinement and high quality, this is an apt comparison!