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CILIEGIOLO is a traditional red grape variety that is rarely seen. Piero Lugano vinifies it to showcase its light and fruity character.
- Winemaker: Pierluigi Lugano
- Variety: Ciliegiolo
- Farming: Sustainable (Lutte Raisonnée) pursuant to Italian law 1078, with biodynamic practices.
- Terroir: Sandstone-clay and gravel in the Trigoso and Campegli vineyards situated in the hills above Sestri Levante and Chiavari.
- Vinification and Aging: Wines ferment with selected yeasts in stainless-steel tanks after destemming, 2-3 days of skin contact, and pressing. Aged 6 months on lees in tank.
- Tasting Notes: Dry and bright, tastes of red cherry and wild berries and its brilliant cherry color is a particular joy to behold.
- Production: Approximately 400 cases are imported for the US market annually.