Rubino di Cantavenna

The Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) "Rubino di Cantavenna" identifies a particular type of red wine.

Grapes

The "Rubino di Cantavenna" comes from a blend that involves the presence of only three varieties, within the vineyards of origin of the grapes: Barbera, with a share between 75% and 90%, and Grignolino and Freisa, which alone or together, can represent up to a maximum of 25%.

Physicochemical and Organoleptic properties

At first glance, the "Rubino di Cantavenna" has a pleasing light ruby color, embellished with garnet reflections. The olfactory notes reveal a vinous odour, veined by a light characteristic and pleasant scent, with spicy and red fruit elements. The palate is parched, harmonious and full. The minimum total alcoholic strength by volume is 11.5% vol. It is also a wine with good acidity, combined with a good volume of tannins, characteristics that ensure its longevity.

Grape production area

The production area, rather limited, coincides with the last hills of Monferrato, which descend towards the Po and overlook the Pianura Padana. The climate is characterized by not abundant rainfall, richer in spring and autumn.

Specificity and historical notes

Cantavenna, the core of the denomination, has Celtic-Ligurian origins, while the rest of the territory is of Barbarian origin. These two souls also coexist in the "Rubino di Cantavenna", made with Barbera grapes, a vine that is believed to have been cultivated by barbarian populations because it is easier, and Freisa and Grignolino, more difficult and preferred by Celtic-Ligurians-Romans.