/pˈɛtit roˈud͡ʒe/
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Red
- Petit Rouge stands as one of the Valle d’Aosta‘s most ancient and significant grape varieties.
- It shares a familial bond with Fumin and maintains secondary connections with many other red grape varietals in the region, including Cornalin, Roussin, and Neyret de Saint-Vincent.
- The grape, historically referred to as Picciourouzo, was documented as Petit Rouge by Gatta in 1838, solidifying its longstanding presence in the valley’s viticultural landscape.
In the realm of contemporary winemaking, there exist remarkable monovarietal Petit Rouge wines that captivate with their intensely fruity and velvety midnight character. Among the esteemed designations, Torrette DOC emerges as a distinguished cru renowned for showcasing the exceptional finesse and profound depth of Petit Rouge.
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