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Nebbiolo d'Alba d.o.c.
Vineyard
Municipality: Monforte d'Alba.
Grapes variety: Nebbiolo 100%.
Exposure: South, South-West.
Soil structure: Mainly limestone and clay.
Vine training: Guyot.
Harvesting method: Completely manual.
Harvesting period: First part of October.
Winemaking
After a careful selection we proceed with a soft pressing of the grapes aimed to obtaining only the noblest must. Following the traditional red vinification, maceration with the skins takes place for 18 - 20 days at a temperature of about 26° C. It completes malolactic fermentation before winter and then it ages for around 2 years between oak barrels, stainless steel vats and bottle.
Aging: Several months in big barrels of french oak(2500 - 5000 L).
Alcohol content: 14 - 14,5% vol.
Format produced: 0,75 l. 1,5 l.
Potential Ageing: More than 10 years.
Service Notes
Ideal temperature: 16°- 18°.
Ideal glass: Wide glass for red wines with good structure.
Pairings: Well paired with traditional Langhe dishes, such as fresh pasta starters with meat and sauces, boiled meats, truffle and mushrooms.
Tasting Notes
Sight: Garnet red.
Smell: Pleasant and intense of red berries with hints of dried rose and violet petals.
Palate: Medium-bodied wine, well structured with soft persistent tannins. A good acidity gives freshness and makes each siplong lasting.
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