It is a Pinot Noir, which comes from the lands of the Oltrepò Pavese, the Classic Method sparkling wine awarded for its best value for money in the Berebene 2024 guide, edited by Red shrimp, which will be presented on November 30th. With a price range between 15 and 20 euros, the Oltrepò Pavese Pinot Nero Metodo Classico Brut '17 by Ca del Gè wins the National Award for Best Sparkling Wine Quality-Price standing out among all the wines analyzed for its rich aromatic complement and surprising gustatory verticality.
Extending over an area of 44 hectares of owned vineyards, located in the municipalities of Montalto Pavese (white grapes and Barbera), and Cigognola (Croatina and uva Rare), Cà del Gè produces over 150.000 bottles per year. La Padroggi family it is at the center of the entire production cycle, from the planting of the vineyard to the sale in the bottle. Immersed in a wonderful hilly landscape, the company is surrounded by its own vineyards with a splendid view of the renowned castle of Montalto Pavese. Here it is possible to visit the vineyards and taste the production in a large tasting room where you can best appreciate the wines combined with typical products of the Oltrepò Pavese.
National Award for Best Sparkling Wine for a price range between 15 and 20 euros
Guided by a deep passion for the land, which is accompanied by a sober attitude and moral rigor, Carlo, Sara and Stefania Padroggi they rigorously guide the family business, carrying on the precious legacy left by their father Enzo.
Theirs is a working method sensitive to the protection of biodiversity through participation in the ViNO project (Vineyards and Nature in Oltrepò), while in the cellar, the objective has always been to make the most of the fruit. This is confirmed by the wide assortment of wines offered by the company, which ranges from Dolcetto, a tribute to Ancient Piedmont, to Classic Method, like the award-winning one. Wide and delicious, the Oltrepò Pavese Pinot Noir Classic Method Brut '17 by Ca del Gè shows clarity and personality thanks to a rich aromatic complement and a surprising verticality of taste. The ripe aromas of yeasts and raspberries anticipate a pulpy and dynamic mouth, dictated by a fine and persistent effervescence. The finish is long and juicy: a classy Pinot Noir. Warmly recommended to accompany an elegant porcini risotto.