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 Ël Sartù 2023 Parusso
Nebbiolo Ël Sartù di Parusso is an elegant and authentic red wine, produced in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont, with 100% Nebbiolo grapes. This wine is the fruit of vineyards located on marl and sandstone soils that enhance the character of the grape variety and the unique terroir of the Langhe.
The harvest is manual, followed by a traditional vinification that includes destemming and maceration in contact with the skins. Alcoholic fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to natural yeasts, without the...
View product pageLanghe DOC Nebbiolo Martinenga 2023 Marchesi di Gresy
Langhe Nebbiolo is produced by Marchesi di Gresy in the main of their 4 estates, that of Martinenga. The other 3 are Monte Aribaldo, La Serra and Monte Colombo, all located in the Langhe or Monferrato and with an area of 45 hectares of vineyards.
The 100% Nebbiolo grapes are carefully selected by hand before proceeding with red vinification with maceration with the cap raised at a controlled temperature for 6-7 days. The refinement takes place in cement or steel for a period of 5 months.
Ruby red ...
View product pageNebbiolo d'Alba DOC Rosé Brut 2020 Cuvage
Cuvage Nebbiolo d'Alba is a Metodo Classico Millesimé sparkling wine produced in Piedmont, with Nebbiolo grapes from the hills of the Langhe.
Once in the cellar, the grapes undergo at the same time a soft pressing and a short skin maceration for the extraction of the rosé colour, with a grape-wine yield of 40%. The first fermentation takes place at low temperatures in thermo-regulated steel tanks for a duration of 4 weeks. After second fermentation in bottle, the sparkling wine ages on its lees f...
View product pageBarolo DOCG 2021 Alberto Ballarin
This Barolo is produced by the Alberto Ballarin winery, located in La Morra, one of the most fascinating villages in the Langhe. The winery was born in the 80s by the will of Luigi and his sons Giorgio and Giovanni. In recent years, Giorgio's son, Alberto, decides to devote himself completely to the family business: this is how the Alberto Ballarin company was born. The vineyards of this Barolo are located in La Morra, Monforte d'Alba and Novello.
The harvest is manual and takes place in October....
View product pageNebbiolo d'Alba DOC Spumante Metodo Classico Brut Rosé 2019 Sara Vezza
The Nebbiolo d'Alba Spumante Brut Rosé by Sara Vezza is an elegant and expressive Metodo Classico, made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in west-facing vineyards, at altitudes between 400 and 600 meters. The soil, consisting of alternating layers of clay and marl, and the Guyot training system support the balanced ripening of the grapes, preserving freshness and finesse.
The whole clusters are gently pressed, with a brief maceration of 5-6 hours to delicately extract color and aromas. Fermentation take...
View product pageLanghe DOC Nebbiolo Capisme-E 2024 Domenico Clerico
The Langhe Nebbiolo "Capisme-E" by Domenico Clerico is a red wine that expresses the purity of Nebbiolo in all its essence. Produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown on 3 hectares of estate vineyards, this wine represents an introduction to the world of Nebbiolo, maintaining intact the most authentic characteristics of the vine.
The vinification involves a delicate maceration on the skins, with the aim of preserving as much as possible the typical fruity aromas of Nebbiolo. The refinement takes pl...
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 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 pageVino Spumante di Qualità Metodo Classico Extra Brut Cuvée Zero 2021 Cascina Chicco
The Extra Brut Cuvée Zero Quality Sparkling Wine from Cascina Chicco is made exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes, the main grape variety of the Piedmont region.
The manual harvest is followed by soft pressing and fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature. Subsequently, the fermentation takes place through second fermentation in the bottle and aging for 36 months on its own yeasts.
It has a straw yellow color and a very fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, aromas of bread crust, almond an...
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 Il Nebbio 2024 Pio Cesare
Pio Cesare's Il Nebbio red wine was born in the Langhe and is a blend of Nebbiolo grapes with a small addition of Pinot Noir grapes.
Once in the cellar, the grapes are vinified with a short maceration and fermentation in steel tanks, where the wine remains for a few months until bottling.
Ruby red in color, it shows off the nose aromas of red and black fruits, such as raspberry and currant. The sip is fragrant and round, of medium structure and persistence.
Excellent with first courses with meat sa...
View product pageLanghe Nebbiolo DOC 2023 Tenuta Cucco
This pure Nebbiolo hails from the Langhe vineyards of Tenuta Cucco, arranged on calcareous-clayey soil and facing south.
Once harvested, the grapes are gently pressed and transferred to vats where fermentation takes place in two phases: first the must ferments at 24 °C for 4 days in contact with the skins in order to extract the typical fragrances of the grape variety, subsequently it ferments in white, or in the absence of skins at a temperature of 22 °C. Malolactic fermentation is carried out, ...
View product pageVino Spumante di Qualità Metodo Classico Extra Brut Cuvée Zero 2020 Cascina Chicco
The Extra Brut Cuvée Zero Quality Sparkling Wine from Cascina Chicco is made exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes, the main grape variety of the Piedmont region.
The manual harvest is followed by soft pressing and fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature. Subsequently, the fermentation takes place through second fermentation in the bottle and aging for 36 months on its own yeasts.
It has a straw yellow color and a very fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, aromas of bread crust, almond an...
View product pageVino Spumante di Qualità Metodo Classico Extra Brut Cuvée Zero Rosé 2021 Cascina Chicco
The Extra Brut Cuvée Zero Rosé Quality Sparkling Wine from Cascina Chicco is an elegant sparkling wine produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes.
A soft pressing of the grapes precedes fermentation in steel at a controlled temperature. The base wine undergoes refermentation in the bottle according to the Classic Method, with a 36-month rest on the yeasts.
The color is a delicate pale pink. On the nose there are notes of violet and blueberry, enriched by hints of bread crust. On the palate the wine is cre...
View product pageLanghe DOP Nebbiolo 2021 Ricossa
The Langhe Nebbiolo di Ricossa originates in the Langhe, from vineyards located on soils of sedimentary and marine origin.
After vinification in steel, the wine ages for a few months both in steel and in the bottle.
Ruby red in color with garnet hues, the nose reveals hints of violets, cherries in alcohol and spices. The sip is fresh and well balanced, with good persistence.
Excellent in combination with red meats and aged cheeses.
View product pageLanghe DOC Nebbiolo 2024 Bel Colle
Langhe Nebbiolo by Bel Colle is an elegant red wine produced in the prestigious Langhe area of Piedmont, using 100% Nebbiolo grapes. This wine fully expresses the typical characteristics of the grape variety and the area of origin, the sandy-calcareous soils of the Alba area give the wine structure and finesse.
The vinification involves a soft pressing of the grapes and a fermentation at a controlled temperature between 25 and 28°C for a period of 10-12 days, with 2-3 pumping overs per day to max...
View product pageLanghe DOC Rosato Special Edition La Femme Elém
The La Femme rosé wine of the Elém company was born in the Langhe, where the Nebbiolo grape is the undisputed protagonist.
The wine is obtained from pure Nebbiolo grapes which, once in the cellar, undergo a first skin maceration of a few hours and then soft pressing. The must obtained is vinified in steel, with a fermentation of approx. 10 days. Aging on the lees is 4-5 months.
Quite intense pink color, there are hints of rose and small red fruits on the nose. The sip is dry and elegant, with a fa...
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