Cornalin
(Broblanc, Cargnola, Cornalino, Corniola, Humagne Rouge)
Cornalin is an ancient red grape from Valle d’Aosta in northern Italy. It is now mainly cultivated in Valais in Switzerland, where it is also known as Humagne Rouge. The grape produces refreshing, fruity red wines. It is the most important red variety in Valais, and as a varietal wine, it can be included in Valle d’Aosta DOC.
Cornalin-based wines usually have a somewhat rustic character. They are typically well-structured and intense, with aromas that are reminiscent of dark fruit, sweet spices, plums, and some peppery notes. They are usually enjoyed young, but they can also age well, resulting in pleasantly tannic, soft, rounded red wines.
Cornalin from Valle d’Aosta has long been confused with Cornalin from Valais, which is usually called Rouge du Pays or Cornalin du Valais. To further complicate things, it was discovered that this Italian Cornalin is the offspring of Rouge du Pays.
Cornalin wines would pair well with meat dishes, especially charcuterie and pork.
Serve with
Fontina
Produced in the Aosta Valley since the 1100s, Fontina is a semi-cooked cheese traditionally made with raw cow's milk of the Valdostana Pezzata Rossa... Read more
