About Verduno Pelaverga Basadone
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Pelaverga Piccolo
- Price Range
- Reference estimate converted from US retail (~$33): approx. ¥6,500-8,500
- actual Japan retail pricing may differ; not confirmed as currently imported to Japan
Basadone is Castello di Verduno's flagship expression of Pelaverga Piccolo, a rare, fragrant red grape native to Verduno that the estate has helped rescue from near-extinction. Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel for freshness, it shows a perfumed, spicy character unlike any other Piedmont red — wild strawberry, raspberry, and red cherry fruit laced with white pepper, rose petal, and a savory herbal edge, carried on light body, bright acidity, and fine tannins.
If you only try one Pelaverga in your life, make it this one — Castello di Verduno didn't just preserve this grape, they made the definitive modern version of it.
New to wine?
Light, perfumed, and easy to love — a great gateway red for those intimidated by Nebbiolo's tannins.
Food Pairings
Its perfumed spice and light body make it a rare Piedmont red that works with white meats, charcuterie, and even lightly spiced dishes — try it slightly chilled.
When to drink it
Warm-weather lunches, aperitivo, dishes with white pepper or floral spice notes
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Pelaverga Piccolo, fermented and macerated for 8-10 days in stainless steel with regular punch-downs, then aged approximately 8 months in stainless steel followed by around 3 months in bottle before release — no oak contact, preserving the grape's aromatic purity.
About the producer
Castello di VerdunoA 16th-century castle estate crafting Barolo at home and prized Barbaresco from Rabajà.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Pelaverga and why is it rare?
- Pelaverga Piccolo is a fragrant red grape native to Verduno that nearly disappeared in the 20th century; Castello di Verduno was central to reviving it, and it remains almost exclusively grown around this village.
- What does Basadone taste like?
- Perfumed and spicy, with wild strawberry, raspberry, and red cherry fruit alongside white pepper and rose petal notes, on a light body with bright acidity and fine tannins.
- Should Basadone be served chilled?
- A light chill (around 14-16°C) works well, similar to how you might serve a light-bodied red, and helps highlight its fresh, perfumed character.
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