Winemaker Notes
"Sottimano's 2006 Langhe Nebbiolo is made from the Basarin vineyard, which historically was known as a source for top-flight Dolcetto. The wine possesses the super-ripe qualities of the vintage in its candied cherries, flowers and spices. A wine that would give many producers' Barbarescos a run for their money, Sottimano's Langhe Nebbiolo is a first-class effort in every way. It is one of the most compelling values in wine today. Simply put, it is awesome. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2021."
-Wine Advocate
-Wine Advocate
Professional Ratings
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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