Winemaker Notes
At the sight it is red with garnet highlights, not so intense, tipical of a Nebbiolo in purity.. Fruity and floral, reminiscent of intense almost spicy cherries, with a fresh citrus note. Dry, warm, fairly soft and with good tannins. Longevity of about 15 years
Recommended with red meats and spicy foods
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Think of the moment when fresh raspberries tumble into your basket at the farmers' market, that's this wine's opening act. The supporting cast includes dried roses doing their best potpourri impression, and the palate? It's Nebbiolo with its fancy shoes kicked off, ready to hang with whatever's or whomever is at your table. Simply scrumptious!
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James Suckling
Bright and savory, with a red-fruited core and a citrus lift, this red shows aromas of crushed herbs, red berries and subtle mineral nuances. Dry and juicy with a medium body, fine tannins and a clean, supple texture. The finish is crunchy and refreshing.
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.