Derthona «Piazzera» takes its name from the hill of the same name at 270 meters where the Boveri family has its largest farms

antique, purchased between the beginning and mid-19th century. The peculiarity of its soil is the sand mixed with clay which gives it a flavor that differentiates it from other selections.

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Grape variety: Timorasso 100%

Vineyard: Located in the municipality of Costa Vescovato (AL), planted in 2004, 270 m above sea level, south-west exposure

Sixth plant: 0.83x2.60 - Guyot breeding

Soil: Clay mixed with sand

Yield per hectare: 70 quintals/ha.

Harvest: Mid-September manually in boxes

 

Vineyard processing: Fertilized with organic-based products, green manure in alternate rows with mechanical weeding.

Since 2019 the company has followed the "DTP Passione & Ragione - Sustainable Viticulture" protocol

 

Processing in the cellar: Soft pressing followed by clarification of the must and subsequent alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature (18° C). After an initial racking, the wines remain on the noble lees for 18 months with weekly batonnage until bottling. Bottle refinement for at least 6 months before being put on the market.