2018 Luigi Giordano Langhe Freisa 'Valle dei Salici' DOC

Dry red wine from the autochthonous Freisa variety of Piedmont.In the dialect freisa means freesia, or flower, characterized by purple - red color. Hence the wine was named after its colour. The mentions about this grape variety date back to the late XIX-th century, then the wine obtained from the Freisa grape was already well-known and apprieciated, especially in Piedmont. Freisa from our producer was aged in wooden barrels, next was subjected to the short fermentation process in a big tank called ‘autoclave‘ . Hence Freisa is characterized by a slightly sparkling flavor and freshness. This wine is an excellent companion to grassy meats and charcuterie. Freisa of the Langhe region is a dry wine as opposed to Freisa of the Monferrato zone. Color: ruby red, intense, vivid. Aroma: winey and fruity notes of cherries, blackberries and raspberries. Flavour: rich, nicely seasoned. Origin: In the village of Barbaresco, subzone called “Valle dei Salici” or “Valley of the Willows”. Vinifi