COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Pelaverga Piccolo
PRODUCER
Sordo Giovanni
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Sordo Verduno Pelaverga Sordo Giovanni 2020 is a red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, crafted from 100% Pelaverga Piccolo grapes. This indigenous varietal is primarily cultivated within the Verduno Pelaverga DOC, a specific appellation dedicated to its preservation. The Sordo Giovanni winery is actively involved in promoting and safeguarding this unique grape, highlighting its distinct identity within the Piedmontese wine landscape.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pelaverga is an ancient red grape variety native to Piedmont.
Fact 02
It's often referred to as 'Pelaverga Piccolo' to distinguish it from a related white grape.
Fact 03
Wines made from Pelaverga can reveal a lighter, more aromatic side of Piedmontese reds.
Fact 04
The Verduno Pelaverga DOC is a small, protected area dedicated to this single grape.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Sordo Verduno Pelaverga Sordo Giovanni 2020 is produced from 100% Pelaverga Piccolo grapes. The winemaking process focuses on fermentation techniques designed to emphasize the distinctive aromatic qualities of this indigenous varietal. The winery's approach is rooted in promoting and preserving the Pelaverga grape, ensuring its unique characteristics are expressed in the final wine.
