Sangue di Giuda dell'Oltrepò Pavese

About the wine

Sangue di Giuda dell'Oltrepò Pavese is a distinctive, sweet red wine from the Lombardy region, recognized as an independent DOC since 2010. Historically associated with the Oltrepò Pavese area, it is crafted from a blend of Barbera and Croatina, often supplemented by Uva Rara, Vespolina, or Pinot Nero. The wine is produced in still, frizzante, and spumante styles, all characterized by an intense ruby red color and a sweet, full-bodied profile with a minimum residual sugar of 80 g/l. Its name, steeped in local legend, reflects its deep color and historical reputation as a rich, indulgent dessert wine. The production zone, situated on hilly terrain with calcareous-clay soils, benefits from a unique microclimate that balances the warmth of the Po Valley with the cooling effects of the Apennine foothills, resulting in a wine that is both aromatic and structurally balanced.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area is located in the Oltrepò Pavese hills in the province of Pavia, Lombardy. It encompasses specific hilly territories south of the Po River, including communes such as Broni, Stradella, Canneto Pavese, Montù Beccaria, and Santa Maria della Versa, characterized by calcareous-clay soils and favorable sun exposure on slopes, excluding valley floors and plains.