Oltretorrente Colli Tortonesi Rosso 2024

Wine Type: Red
Style: Fresh Piedmont red blend; juicy, savory, medium-bodied, earthy, low-intervention
Vintage: 2024
Bottle Size: 750ml
Grape Variety: Barbera, Dolcetto
Appellation: Colli Tortonesi DOC
Country: Italy
Region: Colli Tortonesi, Piedmont
Producer: Oltretorrente
Winemaker: Chiara Penati & Michele Coniglio
Vineyard: Estate vineyards around Paderna, in southeastern Piedmont
Soil: Calcareous clay and marl
Farming: Certified organic; hand-harvested; minimal-intervention winemaking
Alcohol: Not confirmed for the 2024 vintage
Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and traditional skin maceration
Aging: Primarily neutral vessels to preserve freshness and varietal character; exact 2024 élevage not confirmed
Food Pairings: Pasta al ragù, roast chicken, grilled sausages, mushroom risotto, pizza, braised lentils, charcuterie, aged Pecorino

Tasting Note:
Oltretorrente’s 2024 Colli Tortonesi Rosso is a lively, expressive Piedmont red that brings together Barbera’s vibrant acidity and Dolcetto’s generous fruit. Juicy red cherry, blackberry, raspberry, violet, and subtle earthy spice lead into a fresh, medium-bodied palate. Gentle tannins and a savory mineral edge keep the wine balanced and wonderfully drinkable. A versatile, food-friendly red that is equally at home with pasta, roast chicken, or a slight chill alongside charcuterie.

About the Producer:
Oltretorrente is the small, family-run estate of Chiara Penati and Michele Coniglio, established in 2010 in Paderna, in southeastern Piedmont. The couple farms organically, working with old vines and traditional local varieties, including Timorasso, Barbera, Dolcetto, and Cortese. Their approach emphasizes biodiversity, indigenous fermentations, and minimal intervention, producing wines that reflect the distinctive limestone-rich hills of the Colli Tortonesi. Their Derthona showcases Timorasso’s remarkable ability to combine texture, mineral precision, and long aging potential.