Vespolina (Italy)
Vespolina is a red indigenous grape of Piemonte, Italy.
DNA tests show that Vespolina and Nebbiolo grapes are relatives.
About Vespolina
Vespolina is often used in blends together with Nebbiolo, Croatina and Uva Rara.
Monovarietal Vespolina is becoming popular and it reminds of Pinot Noir with extra fruit and pepper.
The chemical composition of Vespolina shows an aromatic molecule called Rotundone, responsible for its peppery aroma which is also typical of Syrah/Shiraz wines.
Vespolina Flavors
Vespolina is a Fruity and Peppery red wine with flavors of Red Berries, Red Cherry, Cranberry, Rose Petal, and Violets.
Notes of Spices, Rosemary, Pepper and Balsamico.
 Strawberry |
 Cherry |
 Currant |
 Cranberry |
 Roses |
 Violets |
 Spices |
 Pepper |
Vespolina Profile
Vespolina wines are high in fruit, acidity, tannins, and alcohol:
| SUGAR: | Dry (3 g/l) |
| BODY: | Medium |
| TANNINS: | Medium - High |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL: | 13-14% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 16-18°C (61-64°F) |
Vespolina Food Pairing
Vespolina pairs best with Rich Food.
 Pasta |
 Ham |
 Sausages |
 Rabbit |
 Lamb |
 Veal |
 Deer |
 Beef |
Excellent Pairings
Cold Cuts. Ham.
Rich Pasta. Rich Risotto.
Stewed Meat. Rabbit.
Roasted Veal. Lamb Chops.
Beef. Game (Deer. Venison)
Cheeses
Blue Cheeses. Creamy Gorgonzola. Fondue.
Piemonte Specialities
Cotechino Sausage.
Bagna Cauda (Dipping Sauce).
Bolliti Misti (Mixed Boiled Meat).
Paniscia (Creamy Risotto with Sausage and Beans).
The Ideal Glass for Vespolina
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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Wine Region Piemonte
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
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Red Wines |
White Wines |
Barbaresco |
Arneis |
Dessert Wines |
Sparkling Wines |
Aperol |
Alta Langa |
Soil |
Climate |
Lime-Rich. |
Cool/Mild Continental. |
DOCG Regions in Piemonte
- Alta Langa (Metodo Classico)
- Asti Spumate (100% Moscato)
- Barbaresco (100 %Nebbiolo)
- Barbera d'Asti (Min. 90% Barbera)
- Barbera del Monferrato Superiore
- Barolo (100% Nebbiolo)
- Brachetto d'Acqui (100% Brachetto)
- Gavi (100% Cortese)
- Dogliani Superiore (100% Dolcetto)
- Ovada Superiore (100% Dolcetto)
- Diano d'Alba (100% Dolcetto)
- Erbaluce di Caluso
- Gattinara (Min 90% Nebbiolo)
- Ghemme (Min 85% Nebbiolo)
- Moscato d’Asti (100% Moscato)
- Nizza (100% Barbera)
- Roero (100% Arneis)
- Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato (90% Ruchè)
- Terre Alfieri (Arneis and Nebbiolo)