Description
Grape Variety: Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo)
Region: Lombardia
During the rule of the Swiss Three Grey Leagues (1512-1797) and particularly under the terms stressed by the Statutes of Grosotto (SO) in 1544, the finest vineyards were referred to as tense, i.e.“protected” by the guardians of the vines, the arbostrari. This is the origin of the name “Le Tense”, which is representative of the finest vineyards of the Sassella subzone.
TASTING NOTES
Le Tense shows the elegant, feminine style of Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo). A bright, medium ruby color is followed by a nose of bright fruit, earth and exotic spice. The wine is medium bodied on the palate with layers of fruit, and a firm, dry finish.
PAIRINGS
Risotto, light meat, young cheese, mild wild dishes.
