2018 Il Chiosso Fara, Fara DOC, Piedmont, ItalyABOUT THE WINEFara is one of Alto Piemontes smallest and oldest DOCs, nestled between the Sesia and Cervo rivers, and known for producing structured, age worthy reds from Nebbiolo and local blending grapes. Il Chiossos 2018 Fara blends 70% Nebbiolo with Vespolina and a touch of Uva Rara, harvested from hillside vineyards with volcanic and alluvial soils. The grapes were vinified traditionally, with extended maceration and aging in large Slavonian oak

1-hectare parcel facing east in Monforte d'Alba

Remarkably

Vinification involves 30% whole cluster with only indigenous yeast

high above the beautiful Napa Valley

They do not use herbicides in order to preserve the unique balance and vital energy of the soil

An elegant Riesling grown on limestone and basalt

They were setting out to produce a world-class sparkling wine

Vines planted in 1990

Year after year we work these vineyards with passion and finally harvest their perfectly ripened grapes in the middle of September

emphasizing precision and brightness over oak influence

including strawberries

with whose owner they had already cooperated as consultants