Carema is situated in the far north of the Canavese region, in a valley overlooking the Dora Baltea and sheltered by the Alpine mountains. Its south-westerly aspect and location, sheltered from cold winds, foster a mild and sunny microclimate, particularly suited to the ripening of Nebbiolo. The vineyards stretch across the slopes of Monte Maletto, amongst terraces carved into the rock and supported by dry stone walls, within a wine-growing landscape with a strong sense of identity. The soils, of morainic origin and rich in rocky components, ensure good drainage and a significant daily temperature range, whilst the stone of the characteristic ‘pilun’ structures absorbs the heat during the day and releases it at night. Traditional cultivation methods rely primarily on pergolas with chestnut wood frames, supplemented in some cases by espaliers; the vines are trained on the terraces using a technique handed down through the generations. The main grape variety is Nebbiolo, locally expressed through the Picutener and Prugnet varieties, which produce elegant, fragrant and long-lived red wines, with floral notes, structure and a velvety texture. Tradition calls for meticulous winemaking and prolonged ageing in wood, elements that bring out the finesse of the fruit and the distinctive Alpine character of the region.