COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azienda Vitivinicola Massimo Clerico
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Lessona 2020 from Azienda Vitivinicola Massimo Clerico hails from the Lessona DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy. This red wine is crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, a local expression of the varietal. The Lessona appellation is distinguished by its unique terroir, characterized by soils with a high percentage of sea sand, which contributes to the wine's refined character. The Clerico family has a long-standing history of viticulture in the region, dating back to the 18th century, with Massimo Clerico continuing this legacy through his dedicated vineyard management and winemaking philosophy. The wine's distinctiveness is rooted in this specific geographical context and the producer's commitment to traditional practices.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Clerico family has cultivated land in Lessona since the 1700s.
Fact 02
Lessona's soil is notably rich in sea sand.
Fact 03
Quintino Sella chose Lessona wine for a historic toast.
Fact 04
Massimo Clerico's production is typically under 5,000 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Lessona 2020 is produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Lessona DOC appellation. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, utilizing inoculated yeasts. The wine is then aged for a significant period: 12 months in barrique followed by 24 months in large 15-hectoliter barrels. This aging process is a key component in developing the wine's character and structure, adhering to the Lessona DOC's aging requirements.
