Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo is one of the most ancient and noble grapes of the rich Italian ampelographic heritage. According to some, the name Nebbiolo derives from the fog that envelops the vineyards during the harvest. Nebbiolo produces red berried grapes and is native to Piedmont and in particular to the Langhe area, where it is able to express itself at very high levels in the appellations of Barbaresco and Barolo. Nebbiolo is also grown in the nearby region of Roero, in Valtellina with the name of Chiavennasca and in the small Sardinian enclave of Luras, where it was introduced by the Piedmontese in the 19th century. Also in the Piedmont area of Gattinara and Ghemme, near the Sesia river, Nebbiolo has found a territory of choice producing wines of great complexity and suitable for aging thanks to rare pedoclimatic conditions that combine excellent thermal excursions with alluvial and volcanic soils. .
Nebbiolo is an extremely territorial and demanding vine from a pedoclimatic point of view, so much so that it is grown almost nowhere else in the world outside its territory of origin. It has a late ripening, with harvest around mid-October and needs sunny, breezy exposures, but a cool climate with good temperature ranges. As for the soils, it prefers soils composed of clayey limestone marl, which enhance its natural elegance. With a vineyard area that in Italy amounts to almost 6000 hectares, it remains however the reference variety of Piedmont with the aforementioned Barolo and Barbaresco: two very different expressions of Nebbiolo that tell diversified production traditions based on aging techniques, duration and especially to the areas where it is cultivated, recognizable on the basis of the composition of the soil and exposure. Among these factors, the use of the wood chosen for aging has created, at least in the case of Barolo, different schools of thought and, in this specific case, has generated a rift between the supporters of more traditional methods of winemaking and the innovators who, according to the former, they would be guided by the adaptation of the product to the dominant taste in international markets. However, the expressive potential of Nebbiolo remains assured with respect to aging which, in addition to amplifying the aromatic range by giving very refined and pleasant tertiaries, manages to gain softness by smoothing a high acidity and a consistent tannic charge. In fact, Nebbiolo remains one of the few grape varieties capable of combining power and expressive finesse: the refined bouquet combines a dense tannic texture and high acidity, which always guarantee great balance and remarkable longevity.
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For those who know or closely attend the world of wine, buying a good bottle of Nebbiolo can be an almost daily experience. This is because with Nebbiolo we are dealing with a main grape variety and appellations that over time have earned the favors of experts thanks to their elegance and nobility. Loving Nebbiolo means joining a community of true connoisseurs who can choose between young and promising versions or decide not to settle for aging and truly expressive wines. On our site you will find a wide selection of wines from this vine and with a few clicks you can buy the bottle of Nebbiolo you wanted online, being guided by detailed cards and the advice of our sommeliers.
What are the characteristics of a pure Nebbiolo wine?
Nebbiolo has very recognizable characteristics on the basis of a strong tannic texture and a consistent acidity which also determines its great aging capacity. Ruby red in color often tending to garnet and of medium intensity, it has floral hints of rose, cherry, red fruits on the nose, while the evolution in wood gives hints of leather, tobacco dust, terracotta and leather, with some earthy and animal.
What are the best Nebbiolo food pairings?
Nebbiolo is perfect to be consumed with complex meats such as stews and stews, but it is also perfect in combination with game and mushroom-based first courses. Another interesting combination is with cheeses, even if for some the bitter hue that Nebbiolo can help to emphasize is not too pleasant.
Why does the best Nebbiolo come from Piedmont?
The pedoclimatic configuration of Piedmont has allowed the development of a long production tradition with respect to Nebbiolo which has also contributed to consecrate this region as the land of choice for a refined and elegant wine, made famous also by great historical figures. In particular, the Langhe, with very different geological conformations dating back to 7 million years ago, today retain sedimentary clay-limestone marls responsible for this particularity. The recent discovery of a volcano in the Gattinara area and the alluvial typicality of the soils of Ghemme represent further geological conformations suitable for this variety.
Langhe DOC Nebbiolo 2022 Giovanni Rosso
Langhe Nebbiolo is a wine produced by the Giovanni Rosso winery, a famous producer from Serralunga d'Alba.
The Nebbiolo grapes are vinified in cement tanks with a fermentation on the skins of approx. 15 days. The aging takes place in 50hl barrels for a few months.
The color is ruby red and gives the nose delicate floral notes of violet, rose petals and cherry, as well as delicate hints of spices. The sip is elegant, with fine tannins.
To be combined with appetizers rich in cold cuts and cheeses, la...
View product pageNebbiolo d'Alba DOC Michet 2021 Marchesi di Barolo
Nebbiolo d'Alba Michet by Marchesi di Barolo takes its name from the homonymous variety of Nebbiolo, characterized by small and sparse bunches.
The de-stemmed grapes are vinified at a controlled temperature in steel vats, with a maceration on the skins for about 8 days, during which periodic pumping over takes place. The malolactic fermentation takes place instead in vitrified concrete vats. The refinement takes place in oak barrels.
Ruby red in color, the nose reveals hints of violet and raspberr...
View product pageNebbiolo d'Alba DOC Michet 2022 Marchesi di Barolo
Nebbiolo d'Alba Michet by Marchesi di Barolo takes its name from the homonymous variety of Nebbiolo, characterized by small and sparse bunches.
The de-stemmed grapes are vinified at a controlled temperature in steel vats, with a maceration on the skins for about 8 days, during which periodic pumping over takes place. The malolactic fermentation takes place instead in vitrified concrete vats. Ageing takes place in oak barrels.
Ruby red in colour, the nose reveals hints of violet and raspberry, in a...
View product pageBarbaresco DOCG 2021 Gaja
Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja, the winery of the same name is probably the symbol of the Langhe, with all its history and the legacy it delivers to posterity. Led with passion, strength and tenacity by Angelo Gaja together with his sons, Gaia, Rossana and Giovanni, it is one of the most important companies for the production of Barbaresco.
A bright example of this is the Barbaresco Docg, born in the Municipality of Barbaresco, from a rigorous selection of pure Nebbiolo grapes from 14 vineyards...
View product pageGhemme DOCG 2016 Torraccia del Piantavigna
The Ghemme by Torraccia del Piantavigna is produced in the north-eastern area of Piedmont with Nebbiolo and Vespolina grapes.
The best grapes grown on alluvial and clayey soils are selected from the 6 hectares of the property. The grapes are vinified in the traditional way, with maceration and alcoholic fermentation for 10 days. Ageing for at least 4 years precedes a further ageing in bottle for a period of 6 months.
The wine has a ruby red colour with orange reflections. With a pleasant and fine ...
View product pageRosso di Valtellina DOC 2022 ArPePe
This Rosso di Valtellina signed Ar.Pe.Pe. it reflects a youthful nature and a very expressive and modern elegance, a masterpiece of the Valtellina winery.
Chiavennasca in purity, local name to identify Nebbiolo delle Alpi, ferments in contact with the skins, remaining in maceration for 115 days in wooden vats. It ages for 6 months in wooden vats and barrels, completing the aging process in concrete and glass containers.
Intense ruby red almost garnet, it offers delicate sensations of wild berries ...
View product pageValtellina Superiore Sassella Riserva DOC Rocce Rosse 2018 ArPePe
Valtellina Superiore Sassella Rocce Rosse is a Reserve born from an act of courage of the founder Arturo Pelizzatti Perego, from whom Ar.Pe.Pe., who invested in a vineyard located at 400 meters above sea level, which he refurbished to produce this wine obtained only from Nebbiolo delle Alpi grapes, locally called Chiavennasca.
Fermentation takes place traditionally in red, with a period in contact with the skins which lasts up to 69 days in wooden vats. It ages for 39 months in wooden vats and ba...
View product pageLanghe Nebbiolo DOC Ginestrino 2023 Conterno Fantino
Langhe Nebbiolo Ginestrino was born in the renowned vineyards located in the town of Monforte D'Alba in Piedmont.
It is produced entirely from Nebbiolo grapes all harvested and selected manually in mid-October. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration take place in contact with the skins in horizontal stainless steel tanks for about 6 - 8 days. Subsequently the wine ages in second passage French oak barrels for about 10 months. This is a certified wine and is obtained from organic agriculture.
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View product pageColline Novaresi DOC Nebbiolo Barlàn 2024 Torraccia del Piantavigna
Nebbiolo Barlàn is a rosé wine produced with 100% Nebbiolo grapes from vineyards in Maretta.
The Nebbiolo grapes are harvested by hand before proceeding with a pressing of the whole bunches in a reducing atmosphere. This is followed by the fermentation of the must at low temperatures.
Old pink in color, it expresses fragrant aromas of cherry and roses to the nose.
Ideal for pasta with tomato sauce and savory fish dishes.
View product pageLanghe Nebbiolo DOC Ebbio 2024 Fontanafredda
Nebbiolo Ebbio originates from the vineyards scattered around the evocative Langa hills, which bear the historic name of Fontanafredda.
It is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, vinified in steel and aged in wooden barrels for 8 months. It is then aged in the bottle for a further 2-3 months.
Its bouquet is reminiscent of roses, geranium and crunchy red fruits. The palate is fresh but well balanced with good softness. The body is full and persistent, with a light floral note.
To be paired with hors d'oe...
View product pageVino Rosso Ciman Elio Sandri
Ciman by Elio Sandri is a red wine from the Langhe area, produced with Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Perno hamlet of Monforte d'Alba. This wine expresses the character and tradition of the territory, breaking away from the Barolo specifications to follow a more original and distinctive path.
Winemaking involves the fermentation of the grapes in concrete tanks, followed by aging for approximately 48 months in the same containers, without passage in wood. This method preserves the purity of the frui...
View product pageGhemme DOCG 2016 Torraccia del Piantavigna
The Ghemme by Torraccia del Piantavigna is produced in the north-eastern area of Piedmont with Nebbiolo and Vespolina grapes.
The best grapes grown on alluvial and clayey soils are selected from the 6 hectares of the property. The grapes are vinified in the traditional way with maceration and alcoholic fermentation for 10 days. Maturation for at least 4 years precedes a further ageing in bottle for a period of 6 months.
The wine has a ruby red colour with orange reflections. With a pleasant and fi...
View product pageVino Rosato Minium Elio Sandri
Minium rosé is a wine produced by Elio Sandri in the winery located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba in Piedmont. This rosé is obtained exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the hamlet of Perno.
The winemaking involves manual harvesting, followed by pressing and maceration for 12 hours. Fermentation takes place in concrete tanks with the use of indigenous yeasts. The refinement always continues in cement for approximately 24 months, keeping the characteristics of the wine intact.
On the ...
View product pageLanghe DOC Rosato Solerose 2024 Fontanafredda
Solerose by Fontanafredda is born in vineyards located on the hills of the Langa.
It is produced from pure Nebbiolo grapes. The bunches are de-stemmed and pressed, and then undergo a cold maceration at 10 °C for 24 hours. Soft pressing of the skins follows and a subsequent static decanting of the must, always kept cold, for another 24 hours. The fermentation takes place at a maximum temperature of 18 °C, while ageing on the lees at 5 °C lasts 3 months.
It has a pink onion skin colour. The nose ope...
View product pageLanghe DOC Nebbiolo 2021 Elio Sandri
Elio Sandri's Langhe Nebbiolo is a red wine produced in the Langhe, Piedmont, which reflects the character of the territory and the dedication to the local winemaking tradition. The winery is located in Monforte d'Alba and benefits from a unique microclimate thanks to the proximity of uncultivated wooded areas.
The Nebbiolo grapes are harvested by hand and vinified with indigenous yeasts. Fermentation takes place in concrete tanks, followed by a period of refinement in large-capacity oak barrels....
View product pageColline Novaresi Nebbiolo DOC Ramale 2018 Torraccia del Piantavigna
Ramale by Torraccia del Piantavigna is produced in Piedmont in the Ghemme area with Nebbiolo grapes.
With clayey soils of alluvial origin and excellent exposure, the grapes are brought to the cellar to proceed with soft pressing before fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Frequent pumping over ensures the correct oxygenation of the must, the extraction of tannins, aromas and colour. After malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for at least 3 years in French oak barre...
View product pageColline Novaresi DOC Nebbiolo Neb 2023 Torraccia del Piantavigna
Nebbiolo Neb is a red wine produced with 100% Nebbiolo grapes from vineyards in Maretta.
The Nebbiolo grapes are harvested by hand before proceeding with a soft pressing and fermentation in steel tanks. The wine ages for a few months in Allier barrels.
Ruby red in color, it expresses aromas of violets and red fruits on the nose. The sip is medium structured and pleasant to drink.
Ideal for pasta with meat sauce, cold cuts and stewed chops.
View product pageLanghe DOC Nebbiolo 2022 Pio Cesare
Pio Cesare's Langhe Nebbiolo was born in the Langhe in a company born in 1881 and led today by the fourth generation of the family.
Once in the cellar, the grapes are vinified with a 20-day maceration on the skins and fermentation in steel tanks. The wine then ages for the most part in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 24 months and for a small part in barriques.
Ruby red in color, it shows off the nose aromas of red and black fruits, such as raspberry and currant. The sip is fresh, with soft t...
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