This is the typical wine of the local tradition (it is not by chance that it is named after the production area, Oltrepò Pavese). In the “young” version it is made with two native vines, Uva Rara and Croatina, blended together with the more famous Barbera.
The same percentages of Barbera, which gives a fresh acidity, and Croatina, rich of vegetal tannins, balance each other and soften the strong tones of the single varieties, then the wine is made harmonious by Uva Rara, with its soft nature that blends and gives balance and finesse. Croatina and Uva Rara are two indigenous grape varieties.
In the RISERVA version we have replaced Uva Rara with Pinot Nero in order to give the wine more elegance and longevity. Oltrepò Pavese Rosso Riserva is produced only in the best vintages.
