- 100% Spanna, the local name for Nebbiolo in Alto Piemonte
- The grapes come exclusively from the Colline Novaresi DOC, a growing area characterized by old vines and high altitudes, home to the well-known Ghemme region
- The Colline Novaresi is the left bank of the river Sesia, while across the river is Coste della Sesia Spanna, home to the well-known Gattinara region
- Fermentation in cement following 24-hr cold soak
- Aged one year in large oak casks (5-12 hectoliters) before bottling
- Average annual production of 2,000 cases
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Colline Novaresi
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-VAL-03-20 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2026-02-18
"The 2020 Colline Novaresi Spanna is pliant and supple, with no hard edges and an engaging personality that is all charm. Crushed red berry fruit, white pepper, chalk, mint and orange peel bristle with energy. Impeccable in its balance and sheer allure, the 2020 is a total delight."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
Vinous
Score
91
Date
2024-02-06
"The 2019 Colline Novaresi Spanna offers up scents of sweet dried cherry, mint, tobacco, dried herbs and crushed rose petal. Deceptive in its light-bodied structure, this ethereal red has plenty of depth. The savory, mineral side of Nebbiolo is very much on show."
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2025-04-30
"A vibrant, firm red, featuring cherry, plum, licorice, iron and eucalyptus flavors. The dense, dusty tannins are linear and chewy, while the finish is long and infused with mineral notes. Drink now through 2035. 3,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported."