Langhe Nebbiolo, Cordero di Montezemolo

LANGHE NEBBIOLO

D.O.C.

Varietal

100% Nebbiolo

Production Zone

From the young Nebbiolo vines (less than 15 years of age) from Barolo vineyards in the municipality of La Morra

Harvest Period

End of September / Beginning of October

Yield per Hectar

49 Hl/Ha - 6,500 bottles/Ha (2,600 bottles/Acre)

Vinification

Maceration in stainless steel for 3 – 4 days, drawn off, 10-12 more days of fermentation

Maturation

Matures in oak casks of differing capacities. Bottled in the summer and released after two months of bottle ageing

Sensory Characteristics

Bright violet of medium intensity; aromas of raspberry, strawberry and violet. Fresh and robust, full flavor and soft tannins

Serving Temperature

16 °C / 59 °F

Average Life of Wine

Preferable to drink the wine in the first years of life but it has the capacity to age up to 10 years

Food Pairing

Excellent to pair with agnolotti (small ravioli) with ragu, flavorful risottos, fettucine, meat stews, meat dishes from veal chops to lamb or roasted goat or fowl with mushrooms, rabbit with peppers

Average Annual Production

28,000/34,000 bottles