Colline del Genovesato IGP

IGP

Colline del Genovesato IGP

IGP

Colline del Genovesato IGP includes the types Bianco, Rosso, Rosato, Passito Rosso, and Novello. The designation also includes two specific grape varieties. In the province of Genoa, the grape varieties Granaccia or Pigato can be indicated.

Insights

The Bianco pairs with delicate-flavoured first and second courses such as Genoese minestrone, green bean meatloaf, Easter pie (torta pasqualina), stuffed vegetables, farinata with whitebait or red mullet, and sole in white sauce or with herbs. The Rosso pairs with cured meats, red meats, and aged cheeses. Versatile and refreshing, the Novello wine pairs wonderfully with appetizers, cured meats, and cheeses.

 

Features

The Colline del Genovesato IGP Bianco has a more or less intense yellow colour; on the nose, it offers a delicate bouquet with various floral and fruity notes. It can also be found in a sparkling version. The Rosso has a more or less intense ruby red colour; on the nose, it is delicate, with characteristic aromas of red fruits and hints of spices and aromatic herbs; it can also be found in a sparkling version. The Rosato has a more or less intense pink colour; the aromas are delicately fruity; on the palate, it is dry, harmonious, and fresh. The Passito Rosso, whether alone or with a grape variety specification, has a ruby red color; the aroma is intense and persistent; on the palate, it is balanced. There is also the Novello, whether alone or with a grape variety specification, with a ruby red colour; the aroma is vinous; on the palate, it is fresh and balanced.

How it's made

Colline del Genovesato IGP wines must be produced from grapes grown in the territory of the province of Genoa, which lies between the Ligurian Sea coast and the Apennine watershed, thus including the production areas of Riviera di Ponente and Golfo del Tigullio Val Polcevera wines. This area also includes the Coronata type, a rare case of wine produced in an urban area.

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