COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Sorpasso
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Medium
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Carema Vignealte 2020 by Sorpasso is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Carema DOC appellation in Piedmont. It originates from high-altitude, steep, terraced vineyards, a testament to the region's 'heroic viticulture'. This specific wine is noted for its refined expression of Nebbiolo, distinct from other Italian red wines made from the same grape. The producer, Sorpasso, focuses on highlighting the unique characteristics of the Carema terroir.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€70
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are built on steep slopes with granite pergolas.
Fact 02
Requires 'heroic viticulture' due to extreme terrain.
Fact 03
Carema wines are known for their verticality and elegance.
Fact 04
Distinct from other Nebbiolo regions like Barolo.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Carema Vignealte 2020 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Following harvest, the grapes undergo traditional fermentation, often in stainless steel or concrete. Extended maceration is employed to extract color and tannins. The wine is then aged in large, neutral oak casks for a significant period. This process aims to preserve the varietal character and the distinct minerality imparted by the Carema terroir.
