Sperino Coste della Sesia Rosso Uvaggio 2020

A refined Italian red wine with aromas of herbs, pepper, jam, and cherries. Smooth and soft, very elegant. Delicious with risotto, roasted meat, or a strong cheese.

 

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

The vineyards of this once-renowned 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 hailstorm-induced harvest failures, leaving few producers. Incidentally, the success of the Marchi family is attracting new, young winemakers.

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

Fermentation takes place with natural yeast cells, and the wine matures for approximately eighteen months in large 1,500-liter oak barrels. Luca himself calls his wine "the Burgundy of Italy." Considering its refinement and high quality, this is a fitting comparison!