Gattinara 1. History Gattinara DOCG is one of Piedmont’s most historic appellations, and its roots in Nebbiolo winemaking go back centuries. Situated in the northern part of the region, Gattinara is known for producing elegant, structured wines from Nebbiolo (locally called Spanna). The area’s volcanic soils, combined with its cooler climate and Alpine influence, contribute to wines of remarkable minerality, bright acidity, and longevity. Gattinara’s reputation peaked in the

Ghemme By Master Chef Gianluca Deiana Abis 1. History Ghemme is one of Piedmont’s lesser-known yet highly respected DOCG wines, originating from the hills around the town of Ghemme in the northern part of the region. Its production dates back centuries, and the wine has long been cherished for its refined structure and complexity. Made primarily from Nebbiolo (known locally as Spanna), often with small additions of Vespolina or Uva Rara, Ghemme benefits from the unique microc

Cesanese del Piglio By Master Chef Gianluca Deiana Abis 1. History Cesanese del Piglio is one of Lazio’s most distinguished red wines, produced from the native Cesanese grape in the Piglio area, southeast of Rome. This wine is deeply tied to the region’s history, with records of its cultivation dating back to ancient Roman times. The volcanic soils and rolling hills of the Piglio zone, combined with a Mediterranean climate, create ideal conditions for Cesanese. In 2008, Cesan