Petit Rouge
Valle d'Aosta's Heart
Petit Rouge is grown in Valle d'Aosta and Italian Alps.
- Tastes of
- red cherry, almond, herbs and light tannins
- Goes with
- fontina fondue, mocetta and mountain polenta
The story
Petit Rouge is Valle d'Aosta's most important indigenous red—the grape behind the region's best wines.
Insider story
Valle d'Aosta is Italy's smallest wine region—just 500 hectares total.
The grape produces wines with mountain freshness.
Technical deep dive
Medium-bodied reds with bright acidity and Alpine character.
Flavor profile: red cherry, herbs, mountain flowers, mineral, light spice.
Industry secrets
Torrette DOC is the main Petit Rouge appellation.
The grape blends well with other local varieties.
For collectors
Investment grade C-
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Les Crêtes
- Grosjean
- Value picks
- Torrette ($15-30)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Drink within 5-8 years.