Italian Grapes
Prié Blanc
Prié Blanc is a white wine grape that growns almost exclusively in the Valle d'Aosta of northwest Italy.
Prié Blanc Flavors
Hint of Citrus and White Fruit are typical Prié Blanc flavors, with floral tones of mountan Herbs, mineral notes and spicy tones of white Pepper.
 Citrus |
 Apple |
 White Flowers |
 Floral Herbs |
 White Pepper |
 Minerals |
Prié Blanc Profile
Prié Blanc is a bone dry wine with a zesty acidity:
| SUGAR: | Bone Dry |
| BODY: | Light |
| FRUIT: | Medium |
| ACIDITY: | High |
| ALCOHOL: | 12% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 8-10°C (46-50°F) |
Prié Blanc Food Pairing
Prié Blanc is the ultimate Apéritif and great with Vegetables, Fish, and White Meat.
 Antipasti |
 Vegetables |
 Asparagus |
 Pasta |
 Fish |
 Chicken |
 Pork |
 Ham |
Excellent Pairings
Antipasti. Fish Tapas.
Salads. Vegetables.
Asparagus. Pesto. Spinach.
Pasta with Sardines.
Prosciutto. Carpaccio. Salami.
Grilled or Fried white Fish. Sushi.
Chicken. Chicken Salads.
White Meat. Porchetta (caramelized pork).
Aosta Specialities
Cheese Soufflé.
Asparagus With Prosciutto and Eggs.
Lemon Sole (flatfish) with Asparagus.
Goat Cheese Salads.
The Ideal Glass for Prié Blanc
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A Riesling Glass has a tall and narrow bowl to emphasize the aromas of the wine. The shape also helps balance the high acidity often found in Rieslings. The glass is also perfect for any other bone dry wines with high acidity like Chablis, Chenin Blanc, Picpoul and Vinho Verde. |
Prié Blanc Cheese Pairing
Prié Blanc is known for its light, crisp, and sometimes slightly fruity profile. It pairs well with a variety of cheeses.
Opt for cheeses with moderate saltiness and creaminess to balance the wine's acidity.
You can also add fresh fruits (grapes, apples, pears), nuts (almonds, walnuts), or a light drizzle of honey to enhance the pairing.
Fresh and Mild Cheeses
Mozzarella: Its delicate flavor pairs well with the wine's lightness.
Ricotta: Especially good if served with a drizzle of honey or fresh fruits.
Goat Cheese (Chèvre): The tanginess complements the subtle fruit notes in Prié Blanc.
Soft Cheeses
Brie: The creamy texture and mild flavor work beautifully with Prié Blanc.
Camembert: Similar to Brie but with slightly more earthiness.
Fontina: Its nutty, buttery qualities make a good match.
Semi-Hard Cheeses
Asiago: Lightly aged Asiago adds a complementary tang to the wine.
Manchego: A classic Spanish pairing, especially younger Manchego, which is less intense.
Gruyère: Mildly nutty and sweet, enhancing the wine's subtlety.
Blue Cheeses (for contrast)
Robiola: Its mild creaminess contrasts nicely without overpowering the wine.
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Wine Region Valle d'Aosta
Climate
Aosta valley has a continental climate and despite the location in the Alps, the area is very hot and dry in the summer (harvesttime is early September).
The vineyards are located in high, steep slopes down to the river valley. The use of mechanical vineyard equipment is almost impossible. Most of the vineyards are buit on terraces for ease of accessibility.
Because of high diurnal temperature ranges, the vines are often trained into pergolas to distribute ground heat to the vines in cold nights.
Soil
The vineyard soils are composed primarily of sand at the higher elevation with more alluvial sediments of clay and gravel further down in the valley.
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
20% Petit Rouge |
10% Petite Arvine |
Red Wines |
White Wines |
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History
Valle d'Aosta was established as a DOC in 1986.
The most interesting wines are:
- Prié Blanc based white wines from the heights of Morgex et La Salle (altitude 1300 meter)
- Petit Rouge based red wines from Valle Centrale, Chambave to Enfer d’Arvier (altitude 700 meter)
- Picotendro (Nebbiolo) based red wines from Arnad-Montjovet and Donnas (altitude 400 meter)
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