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| Some say the Ruche’
vines were
imported from France a century ago; others say the variety is
indigenous
to the Monferrato hills around the city of Asti. Whatever the
case,
Ruche’ has only been cultivated commercially for a few decades, and
only
became a DOC in 1988. Today, Sant’Agata, making about 3,000 cases
annually, is the largest of about 35 producers who make a total 10,000
or so in 7 authorized locations. This is truly a unique wine, its
spicy, peppery flavors intermingling with nuances of candied fruit. "Brothers Franco and Claudio Cavallero are among the most skilled interpreters of the rare native ruché variety." Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2008  Two bicchieri Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2008RECENT VINTAGE - 2005 Two bicchieri - Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2007 “Without a doubt, the Ruche’ Na Vota is one of Italy’s best wines, a yummy, tasty jewel of a wine that is good each and every year and much liked by those who try it for the first time.” Italy’s Best Wines 2007 RECENT VINTAGE - 2004 Two bicchieri - "This year's results are a tribute to the determination, passion and hard work that Franco and Claudio have dedicated to promoting the ruche' grape. The 'Na Vota ... very good indeed." Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2006 RECENT VINTAGE - 2003 Two bicchieri - Gambero Rosso, Italian Wines 2005 "A graceful wine, elegant and floral with a body more defined by its lively acidity than its soft, round tannins." Craig Camp's Raccolta July '04 (vinocibo.com) |
Region: Piedmont
Classification: Ruche' di Castagnole Monferrato DOC Area of Production: Basso Monferrato Astigiano Grape Variety: 100% Ruche Soil: Limy Average Age of Vines: 10-15 years Trellising System: Guyot Production per Acre: 2.68 tons Vinification Technique: Stainless Steel Maturation: Stainless Steel Total Acidity: 5.80 g/l Residual Sugar: 0 g/l PH: 3.40 Alcohol: 13.5% Total Cases Produced: 2,500 |