Vision and prestige are two words that connect Colle Manora to its production, crafted in that part of Monferrato where time seems to slow down, allowing you to savor even more the joy of experiencing the scents of the land around you.
Ray is a wine we can undoubtedly define as iconic, authentic, and deeply tied to the rhythms of this corner of Piedmont, so rich in farming wisdom.
The grape variety used is Albarossa, a cross created many years ago – precisely in 1938 – between Barbera and a native alpine variety known as Nebbiolo di Dronero, commonly referred to as Chatus.
Although this grape is well-suited for barrel aging, Colle Manora instead offers its pure essence by vinifying it exclusively in stainless steel. This choice enhances a vibrant red color in the glass, which is bright and rare to find in these areas, and, above all, an olfactory profile that is broad and unexpected, which fascinates even the less experienced wine enthusiasts.
This wine embodies the expressive freshness of red fruits and noble spices, with subtle hints of chocolate, though its intense autumn floral notes provide a uniqueness increasingly valued in modern wine markets.
Ray finishes on the palate with softness and intensity. Its tannins are perfectly balanced, delivering excellent length and a memorable tasting experience.
Paired with local cuisine, from red or braised meats to plin with roast sauce and cheeses from Piemonte, Ray always adds an extra touch of harmony and pleasure.
Company Profile
Giorgio Schön and Marina Orlandi Contucci have transformed the historical company Colle Manora over time, establishing new vineyards and renewing the structure and technology of the cellar. Colle Manora is a blend of the characteristics that make Italy famous across the world: quality, style, and passion. The pride of this historic region, with its indigenous vines, combined with the aromatic fantasies of some foreign vines, produces wines with precise imprints: the Italian style inspired by Mila Schön, the Lady of Fashion’s creative flair; the passion for racing reds expressed in the brand: a simple stroke of a red combined with a bunch. Between the ancient villages of Quargnento and Fubine Monferrato, the property sits atop a hill at the heart of a scenic amphiteater of vineyards that is bordered to the north and east by acacia, oak, and wild cherry forests. A total of 20 of the company’s approximately 100 hectares are planted with grapes in an excellent environment.
COLLE MANORA
Strada Bozzola, 5 Quargnento, Alessandria
info@collemanora.it – +39 0131 219252
https://www.collemanora.it
