COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Proprietà Sperino
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Proprietà Sperino 'L FRANC CF15 is a Cabernet Franc from the Lessona region of Piedmont, Italy. The estate, revived by the De Marchi family in 1999, is dedicated to preserving the winemaking heritage of Lessona. Its vineyards are situated at the foothills of the Italian Alps, characterized by ancient marine sands that contribute to a low soil pH and significant mineral absorption by the vines. The climate, with cool night breezes, supports a long growing season. The estate employs traditional winemaking methods, including gravity-flow cellars and open wooden fermentation tanks.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards are planted on ancient marine sands.
Fact 02
Cool Alpine breezes influence the growing season.
Fact 03
The De Marchi family revived the estate in 1999.
Fact 04
Paolo De Marchi also works at Isole e Olena in Tuscany.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Proprietà Sperino employs traditional winemaking techniques, utilizing gravity-flow cellars and open wooden fermentation tanks. The estate's approach emphasizes respecting the natural characteristics of the grapes and the terroir. Sustainability is a core practice, with the vineyards managed without herbicides or chemical fertilizers, and worm cast humus used for fertilization. The winemaking process aims to reflect the unique mineral profile and climate of the Lessona region.
