About this wine
A rare varietal wine from 15-year-old Pelaverga Piccolo vines along the ridge connecting La Morra and Verduno, in the heart of the tiny Verduno Pelaverga DOC. Calcareous soils and elevated exposures contribute freshness and aromatic precision. Fermented spontaneously in stainless steel with minimal intervention and no post-fermentation maceration, then aged entirely in tank to emphasize the variety's pure, idiosyncratic character. The wine shows crushed strawberries, rose petals and cracked white pepper, with a bright, light-bodied palate.
A light, peppery, easy-chilling red — a fun, low-commitment way to try a rare Piedmontese grape.
Sommelier's Note
"Pelaverga Piccolo is one of Piedmont's most delightfully underrated grapes, and this bottling — light, peppery and utterly chillable — makes the case better than most."
Food Pairings
Best served with a light chill — pairs naturally with charcuterie, rosemary focaccia, and casual weeknight pasta dishes.
When to drink it
Light chilled reds for summer, casual aperitivo, pasta nights
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pelaverga Piccolo
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥6,500-8,500 (estimated retail reference based on US market pricing of ~$45; no confirmed JP import price found)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Pelaverga Piccolo from 15-year-old vines on the ridge between La Morra and Verduno, within the Verduno Pelaverga DOC. Spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel with minimal intervention and no post-fermentation maceration; aged entirely in tank to preserve varietal purity and transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Pelaverga Piccolo?
- A rare, aromatic red grape native to the tiny Verduno Pelaverga DOC in Piedmont, known for its light body, peppery spice, and floral character — distinct from Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto.
- What does this wine taste like?
- Crushed strawberries, rose petals and cracked white pepper on the nose, with a bright, light-bodied, food-friendly palate.
- Should it be served chilled?
- Yes — a light chill suits its fresh, aromatic style, and it's recommended with charcuterie, rosemary focaccia, or casual pasta dishes.
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