Collina Torinese
Wine · PDO · 28 municipalities
Recognised since 2004, the Collina Torinese DOC distinguishes itself in Piemonte through its highly specific blending rules and rare local varietals. While the standard Rosso requires a distinct partnership of at least 60% Barbera and 25% Freisa, the denomination's true uniqueness lies in its preservation of niche grapes. Within a restricted sub-area of its 28 municipalities, including Andezeno and Arignano, growers produce a rare, semi-sweet Pelaverga, locally called Cari, limited to an 8 tons per hectare yield. Today, just 9 verified producers sustain these low-yield vineyards, delivering dry, harmonic red wines alongside these highly localized sweet specialties.
The facts
- Colour
- more or less intense ruby red
- Taste
- dry, harmonious
The producers 9
+ 3 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Collina Torinese produced?
- Collina Torinese is produced in 28 municipalities in Piedmont, Italy: Andezeno, Arignano, Baldissero Torinese, Brozolo and more.
- What grape is Collina Torinese made from?
- Collina Torinese is made from Barbera (min 60%), Freisa (min 25%), altri vitigni a bacca rossa non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione in Regione Piemonte.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Collina Torinese?
- The minimum alcohol content of Collina Torinese is 10.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.