Winemaker Notes
100% Nebbiolo
Vinification
Following traditional red fermentation, the wine is aged for one year in French oak barriques, followed by 18 months in Slovenian oak casks and six months in bottle
Color
Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
Bouquet
Aromas of red fruit, blackberry, plum and licorice with hints of vanilla and leather
Taste
Full-bodied, with intense flavors of cherry, raspberry and spice culminating in a long and smooth finish
Alcohol
13%
Serving Suggestions
Outstanding with red meat, game and hard cheeses
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.