Nebbiolo Langhe DOC 2024 - Cantina Bel Colle

Verduno Pelaverga DOC – Bel Colle | The Spicy Charm of Verduno’s Native Grape

Bel Colle’s Verduno Pelaverga DOC is a rare gem from Piedmont, showcasing the unique qualities of the Pelaverga Piccolo grape, grown exclusively in the hills of Verduno. This wine blends tradition and freshness in a vibrant, aromatic style.

Made from 100% Pelaverga Piccolo, the grapes are sourced from vineyards in Verduno, La Morra and Roddi, planted on clay-limestone soils at 200–300 meters a.s.l. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel with short skin contact (6–8 days), followed by 6 months of bottle aging to enhance aromatic complexity.

In the glass, it shines with a bright ruby red hue and cherry-like highlights. The bouquet is lively and expressive, featuring ripe cherry, wild strawberry and the distinct white pepper note that defines this varietal. On the palate, it is fresh, smooth and well-balanced, with lively acidity and a clean, persistent finish.

Thanks to its versatile aromatic profile, this wine is ideal for refined aperitifs, light meals and can even be served slightly chilled in warmer weather. It pairs beautifully with charcuterie, mushrooms or flavorful seafood dishes. A truly singular red from Piedmont, offering elegance with a twist.

This Pelaverga briefly

Denomination: Verduno DOC
Vintage: 2024
Dosage: Dry
Grape variety: Pelaverga
Region: Piedmont (IT), Verduno (CN)
Refinement: Stainless steel
Serving temperature: 14/16°C
Alcohol content: 14% vol.

Bel Colle Winery – Verduno, Piedmont

TRADITION AND INNOVATION IN THE HEART OF THE LANGHE

Founded in 1974 in Verduno by Franco and Carlo Pontiglione with Giuseppe Priola, Bel Colle Winery stands today as a benchmark in Piedmontese winemaking. Since 2015, it's been part of the Bosio family legacy—four generations of winemakers blending tradition with modern precision.

Its 10 hectares of vineyards stretch across Verduno, the Langhe, and Asti hills. Bel Colle is best known for its Barolo DOCG from the prestigious Monvigliero and Bussia crus, and for producing Verduno Pelaverga DOC, a fragrant red from a rare native grape.

Led by winemakers Luca Bosio and Mario Albrito, the winery embraces sustainable farming, using only organic compounds and hand-harvesting. Fermentations rely on native yeasts, and aging occurs in French and Slavonian oak, highlighting each wine’s varietal character and terroir.