2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties 90% Nebbiolo, 10% Barbera
Classification Langhe Rosso DOC
Region Langhe
Sites Nebbiolo from younger vines in Pajana, Ginestra and Mosconi
Vine Age Barbera vines average 40 years; the Nebbiolo vines are described only as younger vines
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size Barrique
Production Volume 4,500 bottles
Bottles4,500
Production Details Nebbiolo and Barbera were fermented separately; Barbera fermented for 10–12 days and Nebbiolo for a few days longer. After blending, the wine matured for 16–18 months in new French barriques.
Tasting Notes Wild rose, blackberry, tobacco, graphite and clay; powerful and notably dense on the palate with an intense finish
Food Pairing Creamy cheese; pork ragù; prime cuts of meat
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2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties 90% Nebbiolo, 10% Barbera
Classification Langhe DOC
Region Langhe
Oak Types French oak
Barrel Size Barrique
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Nebbiolo and Barbera were vinified separately; after 12 months in French-oak barriques, the components were assembled.
Tasting Notes Ripe fruit, fine spices, balsamic notes and toasted nuances; broad and deep with freshness and polished tannins
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2017 Technical Specifications
Region Langhe
Critics Ratings Wine Spectator 89; Matthew Jukes 17+/20; Jancis Robinson 17/20; Vini Buoni d’Italia 4 Stelle
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Producer Information
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Località Manzoni 22/a, 12065, Monforte d'Alba (CN), Italy