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Principato, meaning “Princely Realm” or principality, refers to northeast Italy’s Tre Venezie, a region embracing the majesty of the snow-capped Dolomite Alps and the picturesque beauty of Italy’s romantic Lake District. For wine lovers the Tre Venezie is also a source of Principato; one of Italy’s most popular and affordable wines. Introduced in 1978, it has become a welcome and familiar feature of daily American family dining.

Production Area
Lombardy’s province of Pavia

Grape Varieties
100% Pinot Noir

Vinification
The grapes are picked at peak maturity and undergo fermentation for 6-8 days under controlled temperatures in small stainless steel vats. The wine then is placed in larger oak barrels, where it rests on its lees until malolactic fermentation has occurred. The wine is refined in tank before bottling and release.

Color
Vivacious purple

Bouquet
Rodolent of black cherry and dark berry fruit

Taste
Well structured, with flavors of red berries

Serving Suggestions
A perfect complement to grilled meats, salmon and turkey.