COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Freisa
PRODUCER
Cascina Vigna
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Piemonte Freisa Cascina Vigna 2021 is a red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced by Cascina Vigna from 100% Freisa grapes. The estate is a family-run winery with a history dating to the early 1900s, now led by winemaker Stefano Gozzelino. Freisa is a historic grape variety in Piedmont, known for its genetic link to Nebbiolo. This particular wine is noted for its complexity and aging potential, stemming from its austere tannic structure. The wine is classified under the Piemonte Freisa DOC appellation.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
20-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Freisa is a historic Piedmontese grape, a close relative of Nebbiolo.
Fact 02
This wine boasts a notable 15% alcohol by volume.
Fact 03
Cascina Vigna has a winemaking history dating back over a century.
Fact 04
The wine's ruby color deepens to garnet with age.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Piemonte Freisa Cascina Vigna 2021 begins with a manual harvest. Fermentation occurs in steel and cement tanks, with maceration managed through pump-overs, with varying maceration times. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in cement tanks. The wine is then aged for approximately 12 months in barriques (225 L) before undergoing adequate bottle aging prior to release.
