Province of Novara

Anchored by its namesake capital city in eastern Piedmont, home to over 360,000 residents, the province of Novara transitions from flat rice paddies to acidic, iron-rich morainic hills. Here, 64 verified producers craft highly localized wines with unmatched mineral tension. Unlike its neighbors, Novara's viticultural identity is defined by a tight constellation of hyper-specific micro-appellations, including the rare Sizzano DOC and the prestigious Ghemme DOCG. This volcanic-porphyry terroir imparts a distinct savory, metallic edge to the local Spanna grape, creating structured reds that are uniquely chiseled by alpine winds.