Rosso 'Giulietta' Olek Bondonio - Cascina La Berchialla 2024

The Pelaverga “Rosso Giulietta” Olek Bondonio from Cascina La Berchialla is a red wine from Piedmont made from an ancient native grape variety of the Langhe, the Pelaverga grape, cultivated for centuries in the Verduno area. Once, it was present among the rows of Nebbiolo and Barbera, and only in the 1970s did its rediscovery and valorization in purity begin. A recovery that has allowed to bring to light a grape variety of great finesse and elegance, characterized by floral aromas, small red fruit notes, and especially intense spicy notes. A delicate, fresh red wine with great drinkability.

“Rosso Giulietta” is the red wine of Olek Bondonio from Cascina La Berchialla, which has the merit of showcasing the elegant and refined face that the Pelaverga grape can express in purity. It is a craft red, born from the passion of a winemaker who manages a small property in Roncagliette, in the Barbaresco area, always famous for the quality of its wines. Before starting to bottle on his own, the grapes from Cascina La Berchialla were delivered to the cellar of Angelo Gaja, the most famous producer.of the area. To the original two hectares of the family property, a couple of others managed in Altavilla and Neive have been added over the years. In the countryside, chemicals are banned, and even in the cellar, a simple conception of winemaking is preferred, with minimal human intervention. The result of this approach is a straightforward, genuine, and authentic wine, capable of speaking the language of the Langhe land.

The wine “Rosso Giulietta” by Olek Bondonio from Cascina La Berchialla is a pure Pelaverga, which comes from fermentation in stainless steel tanks using only indigenous yeasts. The wine then rests for a few months in steel tanks before being bottled, with a minimal addition of sulfites. In the glass, it presents a bright ruby red color. On the nose, it releases a bouquet characterized by floral aromas, delicate spicy notes, with a background of red currant, raspberry, and wild strawberries. On the palate, it is smooth and dynamic, with a particularly subtle and delicate sip. The finish is pleasantly fresh and savory, with a return of spicy notes.