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Sauvignon dei colli piacentini
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Classification: DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata - Quality Wines Produced in a Specific Region)
Color: straw to deep straw-yellow
Production zone: Emilia Romagna
Minimum alcohol content: 10%
Varieties used: Sauvignon (85-100%), other white grape varieties (0-15%) |
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THE WINE OF CASTELL'ARQUATO |
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Sauvignon is a variety that is strongly represented in the Italian vine-growing arena: it is cultivated in the northern regions of Veneto and Emilia Romagna and, moving southwards, even in Sicily.
It is also found in the "Colli piacentini" DOC area, the border country between the regions of Emilia and Lombardy, in the shape of a classic wine with a pale straw-yellow color and bouquet. The palate is dry or lightly sweet, harmonious and fine, making it an excellent choice to accompany fish. It also makes a pleasant aperitif, as long as it is served chilled (around 10-12°C).
It is worth trying with Lasagne with artichokes, a tasty dish that is quick to make.
One of the region's most interesting attractions for tourists beating the wine trail is the Enoteca comunale in Castel Arquato, a medieval town pitched on a hill, with architectural gems that alone make a visit to the Piacenza area worthwhile. Another attraction that deserves a mention is the Museo della vite e del vino ("Vine and Wine Museum") in Vigolzone, which boasts an interesting display of tools and relics related to grape production and processing.
And if you happen to be in the area, don't restrict yourself to tasting Sauvignon, but expand your tasting horizons to embrace another protagonist of local wine making: Gutturnio, a typical red Colli Piacentini wine that takes its name from a type of wine pitcher used in Roman times. Or if you prefer to stick to whites, we recommend you try Ortrugo, produced in both slightly sparkling and spumante (sparkling) varieties, ideally savoured along with a slice of coppa, a cured meat from Piacenza that is enjoyed throughout Italy.
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