Description
The Collina Torinese PDO is reserved for the following types of wine: Red and Red Novello. The Designation also incorporates numerous grape variety specifications.
Production Area
The production area of Collina Torinese PDO is within the territory of numerous municipalities in the Province of Turin, in the Piedmont region.
Description of product typologies
Collina Torinese PDO Rosso is ruby red, varying in depth; the nose displays fruity fragrances of blueberry and blackberry, with hints of white pepper; it is fresh and fruity on the palate, with a slightly almondy finish. Collina Torinese PDO Novello Rosso is ruby red, varying in intensity; the nose reveals fruity and floral hints; it is dry and harmonious on the palate, with good aromatic consistency.
Grape variety specifications
The Collina Torinese PDO may display the following grape variety specifications. From red grape varieties: min. 85% Barbera, Bonarda, Malvasia di Schierano and/or Malvasia Nera Lunga, Pelaverga or Cari, pure or with the addition of similarly-coloured unaromatic grapes originating from other grape varieties suitable for cultivation in the concerned area, max. 15%. Collina Torinese PDO Barbera is intense ruby red and has a characteristic vinous aroma; it is dry, fresh, and harmonious on the palate, with good body. Collina Torinese PDO Bonarda is light ruby red; the nose is vinous and intense; it is dry and characteristic on the palate. Collina Torinese PDO Malvasia is cherry-red; it is fresh and fragrant on the nose; the flavour is sweet and slightly aromatic. Collina Torinese PDO Pelaverga or Cari is cherry-red; the nose offers fragrances of the grape of origin; it is sweet, pleasant and characteristic on the palate.
