Gattinara F.lli Dellavalle 1976
The 1976 Gattinara from F.lli Dellavalle s.n.c. is a classic red wine originating from the prestigious Piedmont region in northwestern Italy. Bottled by the producer's own cellars, this wine represents the historical winemaking traditions of the area. At the time of this 1976 vintage, Gattinara held the Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) classification, a status it maintained before being elevated to DOCG in 1990.
Piedmont, which literally translates to 'at the foot of the mountain,' is surrounded by the Alps and is globally recognized for its immense focus on terroir and small, family-driven wineries. Within this renowned region lies Gattinara, situated in the province of Vercelli on the western banks of the Sesia River. The area is characterized by steep, south-facing slopes at altitudes ranging from 270 to 400 meters. The vines grow in acidic, mineral-rich porphyry soils formed by an ancient supervolcano, creating a unique environment that is often enveloped in thick autumn fog, which traditionally protects the grapes and ensures a long ripening period.
This wine is crafted primarily from Nebbiolo, a premier Italian grape variety known locally in Gattinara as Spanna. Nebbiolo is celebrated for producing elegant wines with significant structural complexity and is the cornerstone of Piedmont's most famous appellations. In Gattinara, local regulations dictate that the wine must consist of at least 90 percent Nebbiolo, occasionally supplemented by small amounts of Uva Rara and Vespolina. The traditional production methods of the area require extensive maturation, mandating a minimum of 35 months of aging, with at least 24 months spent in wooden barrels.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Piedmont
Piedmont (which literally means "at the foot of the mountain") is located in northwestern Italy, surrounded by the Alps. It is considered one of the world's absolute most prestigious wine regions. The area is known for small, passionate, family-run wineries and a huge focus on terroir (how the soil and microclimate affect the wine).
Classic characteristics of Piedmont:
The royal wines: This is where the world-famous, complex and expensive red wines Barolo and Barbaresco come from (both made from 100% Nebbiolo).
Everyday heroes: In addition to Nebbiolo, the region is famous for the grapes Barbera (juicy, acidic and incredibly popular) and Dolcetto (dark, soft and fruity).
The white and sweet: Piedmont also makes the crisp white wine Gavi and the famous, lightly sparkling dessert bubbles Moscato d'Asti.
The landscape: Dramatic, steep hills – especially in the Langhe sub-area. The hills are often shrouded in thick morning mist in autumn, which protects the grapes and allows for a long, perfect ripening.
Gastronomy: An absolute mecca for food lovers. The area is world famous for the exclusive white truffles from Alba, hazelnuts and rich, simmered dishes that scream with a glass of local red wine.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded as this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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