Carema Classico
Carema Classico has one of the most beautiful colors in the world of wine - palest garnet with a very orange edge. The nose is fresh and subtle, featuring ripe strawberry, blueberry, dried roses, potpourri, clove, chalk, and nutmeg, reflecting a lighter, mineral-driven expression of Nebbiolo.
VINEYARD
Grape Varieties
Type
Soil
Aspect
WINERY
Fermentation
Aging
Alcohol
AT HOME
Serving Temperature
Cellaring
Designation
Fermented in steel
12 days of maceration.
Aged for 18 months, with 12 months in large oak or chestnut barrels.
13%
60°F (15.5°C)
Up to 20 years
100% Nebbiolo
Still, dry red wine
Morainic gravel over granite rock
Terraced hillside
Appearance:
Deep salmon to pale garnet with a very orange edge.
Taste:
Elegant and long finish.
Nose:
Nose is subtle and fresh, with ripe strawberry, blueberry, dried roses, potpourri, clove, chalk, and nutmeg.
Pairing:
Risotto, grilled meats, pheasant, charcuterie, medium-ripe cheeses. A great alternative to Pinot Noir.
Why We Love This Wine
Carema Classico is a dry, still red wine that embodies brightness and floral characteristics, with low tannin levels for a Nebbiolo. Minimal wood influence contributes to its purist expression. It can be enjoyed at cellar temperature, or more chilled.
The wines of Carema. merit global recognition. This Alpine hamlet produces a Nebbiolo so distinctive that it was designated its own DOC in 1967. The majestic landscape features ancient rock terraces topped with stone pillars called Pilun, which support the pergola. Harvesting is performed by hand using ladders and baskets. One has to appreciate places where traditions and wine culture run so deep.
Produttori di Nebbiolo di Carema
Carema
2020
Classico
$29 / Bottle
Critics Review
Stunning aromas of wild raspberries mixed with fresh violets and rose, accompanied by hints of mountain shrubs. The palate is bright with tart red berries, macchia notes and electric acidity. Fresh and pretty, this wine is incredibly tasty. Drink now–2040.
— Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
About the Winery
The Cantina dei Produttori di Carema was established in 1960 by ten local growers and has become the leading producer and seller of Carema wine. Today, the cooperative consists of 45 members, who are all part time producers with average land holdings of less than one acre. Their goal is to preserve and highlight the connection between the unique landscape and the wine it yields.
Images Courtesy of Produttori di Nebbiolo di Carema
