Antiche Cantine

Antiche Cantine operates in Ghemme, in Alto Piemonte, where volcanic soils and a strong mineral imprint yield red wines of uncommon structure. This is a rare case: the winery holds both of the area's denominations, Ghemme and Gattinara DOCG, two strongholds of Alto Piemonte's Nebbiolo. These are wines that demand patience. The regulations mandate a minimum of thirty-four and thirty-five months of aging before sale, and in the cellar, bottles continue to evolve for decades. Nebbiolo is joined by Vespolina and Uva Rara, which bring acidity and aromatic nuances to an otherwise austere profile. Those wishing to grasp the difference can stop by the winery for a comparative tasting: it's the most direct way to observe, glass in hand, how the same grape variety changes when moving from one denomination to another.

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