Monferrato Cantina Sociale di Casorzo 2002
The 2002 Monferrato from Cantina Sociale di Casorzo is a red wine originating from the Piedmont region in northwestern Italy. Bottled at the source by the producer, this Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) wine is crafted from Freisa, a traditional Piedmontese grape variety closely related to Nebbiolo. Historically cultivated in areas like Asti and Chieri, Freisa is deeply rooted in the local winemaking heritage.
Piedmont is globally recognized as one of the most prestigious wine regions, characterized by its dramatic, steep hills that are often enveloped in thick autumn morning fog. This landscape, bordered by the Alps, provides a unique terroir that local winemakers focus on intensely. Within this region lies the Monferrato appellation, a UNESCO World Heritage site covering the hills of the Asti and Alessandria provinces. Monferrato is known for its strong regional identity and serves as a flexible umbrella appellation for a wide variety of wine types.
According to the producer, this specific wine is made in a style that honors the traditions of past generations. In the wines of their grandparents, this grape was often used to create what was locally known as "bùta stûpa"—a wine that opens with a lively pop. This is achieved through a slight refermentation in the bottle, a traditional method that imparts a natural, gentle effervescence to the wine. Cantina Sociale di Casorzo has chosen to present this 2002 vintage in this exact traditional guise, preserving a classic Piedmontese winemaking technique.
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 while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
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Opening
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Enjoyment
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