Winemaker Notes
100% Nebbiolo from 45-55 year old vines planted in morainic and volcanic soils with South/Southwest exposure.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Spectator
A smoky, vegetal element underscores the fading cherry, strawberry, wild herb and floral flavors in this vivid red. The racy structure drives the energetic finish, which echoes the mix of fruit and vegetal notes, adding a mineral accent. Drink now through 2033.
Attracting the most glory, prestige and fame to the Piedmont region, Nebbiolo in all of its expressions—Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero, Ghemme and Gattinara—creates a complex wine, truly unique for its delicate qualities combined with strength and a great potential to improve over time.
But Nebbiolo isn’t all there is to red wine from Piedmont! Barbera is the most planted variety and historically most popular as a dependable, food-friendly, everyday wine.
Beyond these two, a surprising number of red varieties call Piedmont their home. Worth a try include Dolcetto for its bold concentration and aromas of spice cake. Other grapes to investigate include Freisa, Croatina, Brachetto, Grignolino and Pelaverga.
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