Winemaker Notes
From a small parcel in the village of San Rocco Seno d'Elvio in Alba, Cascina Luisin produces a Langhe Nebbiolo which epitomizes their house style of finesse-inflected structured traditionalism. Fermented naturally in concrete and aged one year in large Stockinger casks, Maggiur is pretty yet sternly mineral, with gently toothsome tannins and a bristling sense of energy underpinning its bright red fruits.
Note: the only thing preventing “Maggiur” from being labeled a Nebbiolo d'Alba is the fact that it is not bottled in San Rocco.
Professional Ratings
-
Vinous
The 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo Maggiur is a terrific introduction to this range. Aromatic, vibrant and classically built, the Langhe Nebbiolo will delight Piedmont lovers. Macerated cherry, white pepper, mint and blood orange lend notable aromatic dimension. This juicy yet taut Nebbiolo can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring.
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.