February 17, 2006, Newsletter Issue #50: Ghemme (D.O.C.G.)
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Ghemme is a dry ruby garnet wine made from 60% to 85% Nebbiolo grapes, 10% to 30% Vespolina and Bonarda novarese for a maximum of 15%.
It must age for 3 years with at least 20 months in oak or chestnut barrels and 9 months in refined bottles. To be labeled “Riserva” it is stored for at least four years with at least 25 months in wooden barrels and 9 months in refined bottles. This wine can be stored for 8 – 9 years.
Alcohol content – 12%. It can last for 8 to 9 years but is at its best during the first year after being bottled.
Serving temperature – 18-20 degrees.
Serve with roasts, hard cheeses.
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