The term Pelaverga, in territorial terms, refers to the small, prestigious area of Verduno, in the north of the Langhe, where one of the most distinctive red wines of Piedmont is born: the Verduno Pelaverga DOC.
This hillside micro-zone, overlooking the Tanaro valley and close to Barolo, is characterised by soils sandy-limestone, climate temperate continental and strong sun exposure that encourages slow, aromatic ripening.

Pelaverga Piccolo

The Pelaverga Piccolo, an extremely rare indigenous grape variety, finds its ideal habitat at Verduno, giving rise to red wines spicy, elegant and unmistakable, unique in their aromatic quality and lightness.

What is the Pelaverga (Verduno) wine district?

The geographical reference is the DOC Verduno Pelaverga, recognised in 1995.
It covers the area of:

• Verduno (the heart of the appellation)

• Part of Roddi

• Part of La Morra

Production focuses on a single style of wine: the red from Pelaverga Piccolo, as a single variety or nearly so.

Characteristics of Pelaverga di Verduno Wines

Colour

• Light ruby, delicate and bright

Aromas

• Delicate spices: white pepper, pink pepper (a distinctive trait)

• Wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry

• Dog rose, violet

• Aromatic herbs and balsamic notes

Palate

• Fresh, juicy, fine

• Light tannins

• Surprising aromatic intensity

• A spicy, savoury finish

Typical Grape Varieties

• Pelaverga Piccolo → the undisputed lead
  (not to be confused with the Pelaverga Grosso of the Saluzzo area)

Why choose a Pelaverga wine (Verduno)?

• To discover a red unique in Italy, fine and spicy

• Perfect for those who love light but complex wines

• Ideal with cured meats, vitello tonnato, spicy dishes, light Asian cooking

• Excellent value value for money

• An extremely rare micro-area: strong local identity