Description
The Gabiano PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Gabiano PDO is within the hilly territory of the municipalities of Gabiano and Moncestino, in the Province of Alessandria, in the Piedmont region.
Blends
Red (including Riserva): 90-95% Barbera, 5-10% Freisa, Grignolino, individually or combined.
Description of product typologies
Gabiano PDO is intense ruby-red in colour, with crimson highlights that tend towards garnet with aging; the impact on the nose is evidently fruity with predominant aromas of small red berries, which leave room for hints of liquorice and mild spices, as well as tobacco, leather and diffused minerality; it is perfectly balanced on the palate, with alcohol and acidity blending harmoniously with an elegant tannic vein that is prelude to a long and persistent finish. It can display Riserva on the label if the wine has undergone a minimum aging period of two years, commencing January 1st of the year in which the grapes were produced. Grapes destined for the vinification of Gabiano PDO wines must ensure a minimum natural alcohol level of 12% and 12,5% for Riserva wines.
