Alpine Nebbiolo from the northern region of Carema, a tiny parcel that sits just at the edge of the Valle d'Aosta. The local Nebbiolo clone, called Picotendro by the locals, epitomises balance and delicacy in the variety, with high-toned perfume and firm, fine tannins that conjure up a brisk Alpine breeze across the palate. The Produttori Carema represents the region's spiritual heart, running a tight ship with a handful of contributors who share roots in the region spanning generations.