LANGHE NASCETTA DOC ALBORI

Alessandro Rivetto describes Nascetta as extravagant and complicated, and indeed, it demands a lot of attention: it must be planted in pots (just like flowers) and watered abundantly. He had his first experience with this semi-aromatic vine in 2002, but only decided to plant a vineyard in 2012. He was one of the first to invest in this indigenous grape variety, typical of the mountainous Langhe area.

Tasting notes: Bright straw yellow in colour, it presents a delicate bouquet with notes of flowers, sage, and thyme, which are enriched with bottle ageing. On the palate, it is flavourful and mineral.

Food pairing: Excellent as an aperitif or to accompany appetizers, first courses, and fish-based dishes, including raw fish, and seafood, such as oysters.

Origin: Grapes selected from various municipalities in Langhe

Soil type: Clay, limestone

Grape varieties: 100% Nascetta

Vintage: 2024

Winemaking: The harvest is manual. After destemming and crushing the grapes, the must and skins are left in cold contact for about 30 hours, followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature in steel tanks. Maceration lasts about 5 days. Aged in steel tanks and bottle.

Alcohol content: 13%

Winemaker: Alessandro Bonelli

Serving temperature: 11º to 13° C

Awards and distinctions:

Enocibario 2016 — 51/60

James Suckling: 91 points