Premetta is a rosé grape variety, and it traces back to Aosta Valley, Italy.
Structurally it lands at light body, low tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for sour cherry and strawberry.
The regions that matter for it are Aosta Valley.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, low vigour and a preference for high-altitude.
Watch for the synonyms: Bonda, Prié Rouge, Prié Neblou and Primaticcio.
At the table it suits wine-soaked raspberries on polenta, asian-spiced duck breast and spinach salad with dates, almonds and sumac.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Bonda, Prié Rouge, Prié Neblou, Primaticcio.
Bottles to look for.
- Grosjean Vins Premetta Vallee d'Aoste, Aosta Valley, Italy
- Les Cretes 'Neblu' Rose Spumante Brut Metodo Classico, Aosta Valley, Italy
Premetta: common questions
01.What does Premetta taste like?+
02.Where is Premetta from?+
03.Where is Premetta grown?+
04.What food pairs with Premetta?+
05.What else is Premetta called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Italy.