Langhe Nebbiolo DOC

Italy, Piedmont, Langhe, Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
Bottle
Ratings
No specific critic scores found
Identity
Producer Drink Wines Not Labels
Vol 0.75
Classification DOC
Grapes 100% Nebbiolo
Color red
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc Bright ruby red with garnet reflections
Aroma Aromatic intensity with aromas of violets, red fruit, raspberry, berries, toasted spices, cherry, and floral notes
Palate Soft, round, fruity, balanced tannins, well managed tannic component, freshness, harmonious, full-bodied, elegant tannins
Finish Pleasant woody notes, long finish with red fruit and cherry memories
Food Pairing Pairs well with pasta with meat or vegetable sauces, grilled or roasted dark meat dishes, soft and medium-aged cheeses, game, and rich and spicy foods
Aging Potential Ready to drink upon release, can age up to 9-10 years
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 14.0
Sugar (g/l) Dry wine, residual sugar not specified
Aging Process Aged at least 8 months in medium-sized oak barrels or traditional oak barrels, with some aging in steel tanks
Fermentation Traditional red wine vinification with fermentation at 82°-84°F in steel tanks, moderately long fermentation and maceration (8-10 days)
Terroir
Soil Vineyards in Montelupo Albese, near Barolo DOCG area, likely calcareous and clayey marl soil
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Hand-picked grapes from organically farmed vineyards in Montelupo Albese
Interesting facts
Langhe Nebbiolo is a fresh and well-balanced red wine from Piedmont, often considered an approachable alternative to Barolo, made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes from young vines.
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