In 1028 “Diacono Gerardo” left a testament to a noblewoman in Piacenza. This testament included the Fornello lands.

Type: Red, still, aged 18 months in barrels and barriques of 2nd and 3rd passing, from long aging
Grape variety: 55% Barbera, 45% Bonarda (Croatina)
Year of planting: 1947
Training system: Guyot
Soil: Not very fertile, melted, silty, calcareous
Average yield per hectare: 6000 Kg
Alcohol content: 13,5% vol.
Serving temperature: 15-18°C
Organoleptic characteristics: ntense ruby-red colour with garnet highlights. Appealing, rich and complex bouquet with perceptible overtones of violets, small fruits, and spices on a pleasant lingering background of plum. Dry, fresh harmonious palate with exceptionally soft tannins which underline its importance. Also fit for ageing.
Pairings: oasted pork with plums, venison, grilled veal filled with Porcini mushrooms and white polenta, stewed meat and casserole, smoked scamorza