Piglio
Discover the delicious variety of Cesanese del Piglio DOCG wine
If you're a wine lover looking for a new culinary experience, then you absolutely must try Cesanese del Piglio DOCG, a precious red wine produced in some areas of the province of Frosinone, in Lazio.
Grape varieties allowed to produce it
Cesanese del Piglio DOCG is produced using the Cesanese d'Affile and/or Cesanese comune grape varieties, to which a maximum of 10% of other black grape varieties can be added.
Production techniques
The grapevines must be planted with a density of at least 3,300 plants per hectare. Forcing and green pruning are not allowed, but emergency irrigation is permitted. All production stages are carried out in the DOCG area and require aging until February 1st of the year following the harvest.
Organoleptic characteristics
Cesanese del Piglio DOCG has an intense ruby red color with violet reflections. On the nose, you can distinguish fruity and floral notes typical of the grape variety, while in the mouth it is soft, slightly bitter, and dry.
Geographical information
Cesanese del Piglio DOCG is produced in the municipalities of Piglio, Serrone, Acuto, Anagni, and Paliano, in the province of Frosinone. The production area benefits from a Mediterranean climate with cold and humid winters and hot and dry summers, with an altitude ranging from 200 to 600 meters above sea level.
Historical background
Cesanese del Piglio DOCG has a long history dating back to the Roman era, but its modern development is due to the work of local winemakers who have contributed to making this wine known internationally.
Main producers
Among the main producers of Cesanese del Piglio DOCG are Cantina Sociale Cesanese del Piglio, Azienda Agricola L'Avventura, Luca Sbardella, Pileum, Marco Falcone, and Cantine Massimi.
Production
In recent years, the production of Cesanese del Piglio DOCG has been stable, with an average of about 2,000-2,500 hectoliters produced every year.
If you find yourself in Italy, don't miss the opportunity to visit the production area of Cesanese del Piglio DOCG and taste this delicious wine that represents the oenological excellence of Lazio.
