Wine name: Langhe rosso doc
Varietal: Nebbiolo
Area of production: La Morra
Age of the vines: one parcel planted in 1948 by grandpa Giovanni, one planted in 1989
Soil composition: marna with clay and calcareaous
Exposition: South, south-east
Grape yield per hectare: 5 tons per hectare
Vinification: Maceration on the skins for approx. 3/4 days in rotary fermentors with temperature control , ageing in new French barriques for 18 months
Colour: ruby red, with garnet reflections Taste: fresh, with aromas of little red fruits, raspberry, ribes, equilibrated and persistant Nose: intense balsamic nose, aromas of little red fruits
Serving suggestion: red meats, soft to medium aged cheese
A clean, concentrated floral nose reminiscent of elder and acacia flower with ah hint of sage, leads to a fresh, distinctive palate with nicely rounded fruit, light oak spice and a crisp finish. Enjoy it with a snack of fresh goats' cheese and smoked salmon pâté with crusty bread, or as a partner for lobster tail salad, full-flavoured fish dishes, scallops stir-fried with ginger, or goats' cheese soufflé.
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