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Golfo del Tigullio DOC • Liguria • La Ricolla
Category
Red Wines
Winery
La Ricolla
Region
Liguria
Denomination
Golfo del Tigullio DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentation with only indigenous yeasts
Aging
10 months in steel tanks
Grape varieties
Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Golfo del Tigullio DOC captures the distinctive personality of Liguria terroir. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Ciliegiolo, Sangiovese, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. Vinification: spontaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentation with only indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged 10 months in steel tanks. A wine capturing the coastal, saline character typical of Liguria's terraced vineyards.

Food Pairings

Braised lamb with herbs
Mature pecorino cheese
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Grilled red meats and game
Wild mushroom risotto

About Liguria Wine Region

Liguria's dramatic terraced vineyards hug a stunning stretch of Mediterranean coastline.

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