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.
Sforzato di Valtellina DOCG Fruttaio Ca' Rizzieri 2021 Rainoldi
Sfurzat di Valtellina Fruttaio Ca 'Rizzieri by Rainoldi is born in vineyards located in the municipalities of Sondrio and Teglio.
Produced with Nebbiolo grapes, harvested only by hand in the first week of October; they are placed in boxes and dried naturally for about 2–3 months. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperature with continuous pumping over. Subsequently, the wine ages in barrique for 16–18 months.
It is characterized by a garnet red colour. The nose opens with a very intense bou...
View product pageBarolo DOCG 2020 Ceretto
Barolo Ceretto comes from grapes from vineyards suited to the municipalities of La Morra, Barolo and Serralunga, in the province of Cuneo.
It is obtained entirely from Nebbiolo grapes vinified at controlled temperature in steel tanks for 14-15 days with maceration in contact with the skins. Once the malolactic fermentation is over, the wine ages for 12 months in oak barrels and then for a further 12 months in cask before being bottled.
Barolo Ceretto has a bright red color with garnet hues. The no...
View product pageGattinara Riserva DOCG 2019 Travaglini
The Gattinara Riserva di Travaglini was born in vineyards located in the Vercelli municipality of Gattinara, in the northern part of Piedmont.
It is produced entirely with Nebbiolo grapes, harvested and selected only by hand in the first ten days of October. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for 15 days. Subsequently the wine ages for 4 years, of which 3 in Slavonian oak barrels and a small percentage in smaller woods. Follows an aging in bottle for 8 mon...
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 pageBarbaresco DOCG Gaiun Martinenga 2018 Marchesi di Gresy
Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga 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 vinification with maceration with the cap raised for 8-10 days at a controlled temperature and with the cap submerged for 20-30 days. Aging takes place in French o...
View product pageBarolo Cerequio DOCG 2020 Michele Chiarlo
The Barolo Cerequio of the Michele Chiarlo estate comes from vineyards located in the municipality of La Morra, in the province of Cuneo. Produced within one of the great historical crus of the denomination, Cerequio, this label represents one of the symbolic wines of this prestigious Piedmontese company.
It is made exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes, harvested and selected by hand. Fermentation takes place, with maceration in contact with the skins, in oak vats at a controlled temperature of 27-30...
View product pageBarolo DOCG Comune di Barolo 2019 Marchesi di Barolo
The iconic label of this famous winery, which has made the history of Barolo since its origins. It is a version made according to the ancient customs of the Langhe. The grapes come from a selection of the best vineyards of the estate, grown in the famous crus of Cannubi, Sarmassa and Costa di Rose, in the municipal area of Barolo, all characterized by rather compact limestone-clayey soils, with the presence of sands and silt.
At the end of the classic vinification with maceration on the skins, th...
View product pageBarbaresco DOCG Gallina 2021 Castello di Neive
The Gallina Barbaresco of Castello di Neive was born in the homonymous cru. The winery was founded in the early 60s by Italo Supino. Here the first wines based on Nebbiolo grapes were vinified by the oenologist Louis Oudart in the mid-1800s.
The pure Nebbiolo grapes are vinified in thermo-controlled steel tanks. Aging in wood follows for at least 2 years.
It has a brilliant garnet red colour. The nose reveals aromas of withered flowers and wood. The sip is full and elegant, with fine tannins and a...
View product pageValtellina Superiore DOCG Sassella Riserva Ultimi Raggi 2018 ArPePe
The Sassella Ultimi Raggi by ArPePe is made exclusively from Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo) grapes, grown on herbaceous vineyards facing southwest, located at an altitude of 600 meters. This wine represents a unique expression of mountain Nebbiolo, produced with a late harvest that allows for the concentration of aromas and structure, giving it a deep and exciting sensory profile.
The winemaking process involves a long maceration of 114 days in wooden vats, followed by aging for 42 months in large woode...
View product pageBarolo DOCG 2021 Fontanafredda
The nobility of the name of Fontanafredda - historic company purchased in the mid-1800s by King Vittorio Emanuele II - finds great expression through the equally noble Barolo.
Entirely composed of Nebbiolo grapes, this Barolo is vinified in steel and then aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for a period of at least 2 years. Another 12 months - minimum - in the bottle, make it ready to enter the market.
The dried rose, the spices, the undergrowth notes and the fascinating background of licorice def...
View product pageBarolo Villero DOCG 2021 Giacomo Fenocchio
Giacomo Fenocchio's Barolo Villero was born in vineyards located in the lands of Castiglione Falletto in Piedmont, from a company that concentrates its production around the great red wines.
It is produced exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes, harvested during the first 15 days of October. The fermentation, natural without adding yeasts, takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for about 30 days. The wine ages for about 6 months in stainless steel tanks, then ages in barriques f...
View product pageBarbaresco DOCG 2020 Ricossa
Barbaresco di Ricossa is born in the Langhe, from vineyards located on soils of sedimentary and marine origin.
The Nebbiolo grape harvest takes place at the beginning of October, followed by vinification in thermo-regulated steel tanks, with a 30-day maceration on the skins and daily pumping over. The refinement takes place for a few months in wooden barrels.
Garnet red in color, the nose reveals hints of cherry, balsamic notes and spices. The sip is warm, with delicate tannins and good persistenc...
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 pageBarolo DOCG Bussia 2020 Ceretto
Barolo Bussia Ceretto comes from grapes from suitable vineyards in the Langa, in the province of Cuneo. Bussia is one of the largest Barolo crus in the Langhe.
It is obtained entirely from Nebbiolo grapes vinified at a controlled temperature in steel tanks. After the malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 24 months in oak barrels before being bottled.
Barolo Bussia has a bright red color with garnet hues. The nose opens with hints of undergrowth, earth, red fruit with citrus notes. The sip is ...
View product pageRoero Riserva DOCG Mompissano 2018 Ca' Rossa
Mompissano is the name of one of the Additional Geographical Mention of the Roero territory, and it is precisely from these Nebbiolo vines facing south-west that the Mompissano Roero Riserva di Ca 'Rossa derives.
The secret of a good Nebbiolo is the long aging in cask, and Mompissano is no exception, thanks to the long rest in Slavonian oak barrels followed by a few months in the bottle.
This wine with an intense garnet color, on the nose alternates notes of ripe fruit with spicy hints of pepper a...
View product pageBarolo Cannubi DOCG 2020 Poderi Luigi Einaudi
The Barolo Cannubi dei Poderi Luigi Einaudi was born in vineyards located on the rolling hills of Cannubi and Terlo Vie Nuove, in the municipality of Dogliani, in the heart of Piedmont.
It is produced exclusively with Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 30-32 ° C for about 20-22 days. Subsequently the wine ages in oak barrels for 18 months and for a further period in the bottle.
It is characterized by a bright garnet red color. The nose...
View product pageBarolo DOCG Ornato 2020 Pio Cesare
The Barolo Ornato di Pio Cesare comes from a small but careful selection of Nebbiolo grapes from the farmhouse located in the homonymous cru of Barolo. It is produced in small quantities every year.
It is the result of a traditional vinification in steel carried out at controlled but basically high temperatures in order to fully develop the aromatic heritage, with maceration on the skins for at least 30 days. The wine ages for about 30 months in French and Slavonian oak barrels and for a small pa...
View product pageBarbaresco DOCG Il Bricco 2020 Pio Cesare
The Barbaresco Il Bricco di Pio Cesare comes from a selection of 3 microzones in the vineyards of the homonymous farmhouse located in Treiso, characterized by a very high altitude and a cooler climate.
The hand-picked grapes ferment in steel with maceration on the skins for about 30 days at rather high controlled temperatures that allow for better extraction of the noble substances. To develop the aromatic outfit and allow the tannins to mature, the wine is aged in French and Slavonian oak barrel...
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