Lessona

About the wine

Lessona is a distinguished DOC from the Alto Piemonte region, celebrated for its refined expression of the Nebbiolo grape. Grown on unique, acidic, iron-rich sandy soils of marine origin, the wine is noted for its elegance, distinct mineral sapidity, and a characteristic 'rusty' mineral profile. Unlike the more powerful Nebbiolo-based wines of the Langhe, Lessona is prized for its ethereal quality, fine-grained tannins, and aromatic complexity, often evoking notes of violets. The production is strictly limited to the commune of Lessona, where the proximity to Monte Rosa provides a favorable microclimate with significant diurnal temperature shifts. The wine undergoes a mandatory aging process, resulting in a garnet-colored red that balances structural longevity with a persistent, savory finish.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production zone is strictly confined to the territory of the commune of Lessona in the province of Biella, Alto Piemonte. The vineyards are situated on hilly terrain at altitudes between 200 and 500 meters above sea level, characterized by distinctive acidic, sandy, and mineral-rich soils of marine and magmatic origin.