COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Proprietà Sperino
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Proprietà Sperino Lessona 2017 is a red wine from the Lessona DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy. It is made exclusively from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, a variety locally known as Spanna. The wine originates from vineyards situated between 290-350 meters in altitude, characterized by sandy, acidic soils rich in minerals. The producer, Proprietà Sperino, is a family estate dedicated to the revitalization of the historic Lessona area, emphasizing traditional winemaking methods to express the unique terroir. The 2017 vintage was influenced by a hot and dry summer, contributing to the wine's concentrated character.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€83
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Lessona DOC wines were historically chosen for toasts celebrating Italian unity.
Fact 02
The soils here are acidic, with a pH between 4.5-5.5.
Fact 03
Proprietà Sperino's Lessona is 100% Nebbiolo, a choice that highlights the grape's purity.
Fact 04
The estate is revitalizing a historic winemaking area in Alto Piemonte.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Proprietà Sperino Lessona begins with de-stemming and gentle pressing of the grapes. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts in open oak fermenters or tanks, with a maceration period of 22-26 days involving regular punch-downs. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 30-34 months in oak barrels and botti of various sizes. Further bottle aging precedes release. Viticultural practices focus on traditional methods with minimal use of chemical treatments, and grapes are hand-harvested and hand-sorted.
