Cantina Produttori Nebbiolo di CaremaThe Cantina dei Produttori Nebbiolo di Carema was founded in 1960 with the aim of bringing together local small-scale growers and preserving the production of DOC Carema, the iconic wine here near the border with the Valle d’Aosta. Today the cooperative has around 70 member-suppliers who all together cultivate a total of 20 hectares of vines. The farms are supported by external agronomists who advise members on managing their vineyards. The grapes come exclusively from Carema’s characteristic terraces and are grown on traditional pergolas held up by stone pillars known as pilun. The cooperative is staying updated thanks to a young board of directors, and a new tasting room was recently opened.
The winery makes Carema Etichetta Nera, aged for at least two years including one in the barrel, and Carema Riserva Etichetta Bianca, aged for at least three years. Rounding out the range are Canavese Nebbiolo, Canavese Rosso, Canavese Rosato and a Metodo Classico sparkling wine. Due to its unique nature and production methods, Carema wine is recognised as a Slow Food Presidium.
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