DOC area for red wine in the Italian region of Piedmont. The zone includes over 50 municipalities in the province of Cuneo. The red wine (also known as Riserva) is made from Nebbiolo (70-85%), Barbera (15-30%), as well as other varieties (max. 5%). If the grapes come from classified vineyards, Vigna can be indicated followed by the vineyard name.
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