{"product_id":"sizzano-giuseppe-bianchi-1977","title":"Sizzano Giuseppe Bianchi 1976","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1976 Sizzano from Giuseppe Bianchi is a classic red wine originating from the northwestern corner of Italy. Produced and bottled by Giuseppe Bianchi, this wine holds a Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) classification, representing one of Piedmont's smallest appellations. Located in Alto Piemonte within the province of Novara, the Sizzano DOC is situated along the Sesia river. The appellation, which gained its official status in 1969, is strictly limited to the small municipality of Sizzano and is known for its highly restricted production of less than 1,000 cases per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePiedmont, literally translating to \"at the foot of the mountain,\" is bordered by the Alps and stands as one of the world's most prestigious wine regions. The area is celebrated for its small, passionate, family-run wineries and a profound dedication to terroir. The landscape is defined by dramatic, steep hills that are frequently enveloped in thick autumn fog, a natural phenomenon that protects the vineyards and ensures a long, steady ripening period for the grapes. In Sizzano, the cool alpine climate interacts with fluvio-glacial soils composed of sand, clay, and moraine stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is crafted from a traditional regional blend led by Nebbiolo, which is locally referred to as Spanna. In accordance with the appellation's standards, Nebbiolo constitutes between 50 and 70 percent of the composition. It is carefully supplemented by Vespolina, making up 15 to 40 percent, and Uva Rara, which can account for up to 25 percent of the blend. The production method strictly follows local regulations, requiring the wine to undergo a minimum of 24 months of aging before release, with at least 18 of those months spent resting in barrels. This 1976 vintage was bottled at 12.2% alcohol by volume in a traditional 720ml format.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giuseppe Bianchi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57113070043462,"sku":null,"price":116.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/generated-671_d23a9a16-17e2-4a38-bb6d-c975dc485b4b.jpg?v=1786532730","url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.nl\/en\/products\/sizzano-giuseppe-bianchi-1977","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}