Description
The Gutturnio PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Gutturnio PDO is within the territory of numerous municipalities in the Province of Piacenza, in the Emilia-Romagna region.
Blends
Red (Semi-Sparkling, Superiore, Classico Superiore, Riserva, Classico Riserva): 55-70% Barbera, 30-45% Croatina (locally known as Bonarda).
Description of product typologies
Gutturnio PDO is bright ruby-red in colour, becoming more intense with aging; the nose suggests blackberry and pansy and is fresh and fragrant; it is full, well-structured, fruity and moderately tannic on the palate. It must display one of the following typologies on the label: Frizzante, Superiore or Classico Superiore, Riserva or Classico Riserva.Grapes destined for the vinification of Gutturnio PDO Rosso wines must ensure a minimum natural alcohol level of 12%; for Gutturnio PDO Superiore and Classico Superiore 12,5% and for Gutturnio PDO Classico Riserva 13%. Gutturnio PDO Superiore wine can be made available for consumption after April 1st of the year following that in which the grapes were produced. Riserva wines must undergo a minimum aging and maturing process of 24 months, of which at least 6 months must be in wooden recipients, commencing September 1st of the year in which the grapes were produced.
Additional specifications
The Gutturnio PDO designation can be followed by Vigna (Vineyard) with the relative toponym.
