Cheerful Grapes

Piedmont Grapes: Cheerful Infographics and Fun Facts

Albarossa

I’m a rare Piedmontese grape, brought to life in 1938 by the brilliant Professor Dalmasso!

Arneis

I’m Roero’s star white grape, loved for centuries by both farmers and birds!

Barbera

I’m a V.I.P. vine from Piedmont, famous all over Italy and beyond!

Barbera Bianca

I’m a rare white grape from Monferrato.

Bonarda

A northern Piedmont gem, bringing balance and softness to Nebbiolo from Alto Piemonte.

Brachetto

I’m an aromatic, black-berried native vine from Piedmont.

Carica l’Asino

I’m a rare and very old vine white grape from Alto Monferrato!

Cortese

I’m the most widespread white grape in Monferrato.

Croatina

Croatina’s tale and its surprising bond with Bonarda. What a mess with all these names!

Dolcetto

Sweet by name, but not by nature my wines are always dry!

Erbaluce

Ancient roots, sparkling charm, and a love for sweet passito wines!

Favorita

Fit for a king, loved by all. The Queen was jealous of me.

Freisa

I’m a true wild card, a juggler in the hands of winemakers!

Gamba Rossa

Put one leg in Calosso to taste my rare peppery charm. You won’t find me abroad!

Grignolino

I may have a pale color, but don’t underestimate me: I’m bold in character!

Moscato Bianco

Ancient, sweet, and beloved: no wonder even bees can’t resist me!

Nascetta

From sweet Mass wine to an intriguing discovery, I’m now loved by Langhe’s winemakers!

Nebbiolo

I am so elegant, I’m Piedmont’s pride, the grape behind the king of wines and the wine of kings!

Pelaverga Grosso

Rich in history, loved by friars, and full of flavor. You can call me 'Cari,' which means 'Dear' in Italian.

Pelaverga Piccolo

Small in size, big in personality, this grape is truly one of a kind!

Ruchè

Rare and nearly lost, rediscovered by a priest, delightful, indulgent and full of character!

Timorasso

I am one of the most long-lived white vines. Try and forget me in the wine cellar for a while...