Basaluzzo

Basaluzzo, within Piedmont's Alessandria province, cultivates its distinct identity from its unique terrain: the northwestern slopes separating the Lemme and Scrivia torrent valleys. This slightly undulating landscape, historically agricultural, provides specific microclimates conducive to viticulture. Here, a remarkable 14 protected denominations find their origin, most notably the crisp white Cortese dell'Alto Monferrato DOC, a wine whose precise production area spans 86 municipalities. This particular interplay of local topography and a deep-rooted agricultural past directly influences the character of its wines and food, making Basaluzzo an essential terroir on Italy's taste map.