Nebbiolo

"The place where the Nebbiolo grape challenges the mountains. Slopes of dizzying steepness, harsh soils, and interminable stretches of stone walls which make the Valtellina Italy’s the largest terraced viticultural area. A wine, a grape variety, and a territory narrated through its historic sub-zones (Inferno, Grumello, Maroggia, Sassella e Valgella)". Alessandro Masnaghetti

Finish: printed on both sides, with numerous background information on areas, heights, extent, variety of grape varieties, production details and Google Earth coordinates

Size: DIN A4 or 59 x 84 cm (opened)

Alessandro Masnaghetti is a very old stone of the Italian wine industry. The journalist has worked for renowned publications such as Guido Vini d'Italia L'Espresso and the renowned wine guide by Luigi Veronelli. He has also published numerous articles and tasting reports, for example in the New York Times and the Revue du Vin de France.

Alessandro, in close cooperation with the land registries and consortiums of the most famous wine-growing regions, has been publishing for several years the cartographic work of the most important wine regions in Italy, which is probably unique to this day and which brings new insights to even the most widely travelled, well-read and wine-loving connoisseur of Italy. A must for all lovers of Italian wines who want to experience and experience the true diversity and strength of the Italian wine world, right down to the smallest individual location of the respective appellation, apart from the usual standard mush. SUPERIORE.DE

Ethereal and fine bouquet with hints of wilted violets and spices, delicate nuances of strawberries and almond blossom. Deep, warm and rich on the palate, the tannins wonderfully harmonious, an elegant, very pleasant bitter note on the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Valtellina Superiore Quadrio is an attractive entry-level offering from Negri. Sweet macerated cherry, spice, leather, tobacco and a hint of orange peel give this medium-bodied wine plenty of nuance to go with its understated, medium-bodied personality." Vinous

Elegant Nebbiolo from the Langhe, not hyper-concentrated, but endowed with a wonderful clarity: Fine, warm, harmonious, with ripe fruit and aromas of dark berries, herbs and vanilla. Racy, persistent finish with well-proportioned, fresh acidity and firm tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

Full-bodied, appealing interpretation of the grape variety. On the nose, a colourful potpourri of dried berries, violets, chocolate and hints of fresh tar. Firm on the palate, the well-structured tannins guide this hearty wine into a tasty, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of ground spice, red cherry and wild strawberry. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Juicy and succulent on the palate, with steady acidity and nice length." James Suckling

The Nebbiolo grapes for the Inferno Superiore come from the Calvario, Sopragironi, Sottogironi and Ca Rossa subzones. They grow there in southern exposure on terraced slopes on poor, sandy soils. Rich, bright carmine red. Interesting aroma spectrum of spices, wild berries, liquorice and mint. Very harmonious on the palate, the tannin very well integrated and the Nebbiolo fruit and acid component present until the respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

A Nebbiolo for purists. Pine resin, dried fruit and ethereal spices on the nose. On the palate, we find lots of juicy cherry, cassis, robust tannins and a fine mineral acidity in addition to sweet plum. This drop demands a strong food companion and is a great pleasure in this combination! SUPERIORE.DE

"This shows notes of spiced raspberries and pomegranate with dried flowers and citrus peel. Juicy and crunchy with medium body and firm but ripe tannins. Racy and zesty at the end." James Suckling

"Mazér" is a Valtellina dialect word meaning distinguished, an apt description for the character of this wine. It is a Valtellina Superiore and the quintessence of Nino Negri's experience in making the Chiavennasca grape (Nebbiolo) since 1897. A small part of the Nebbiolo grapes is dried for a few days - concentrating the juice of the grapes - and then mixed with the rest of the grape mass.

Pure bouquet of red fruits, underlaid with a hint of tobacco, hints of mineral notes on the palate, plus fine tannins, perfectly integrated into an appealing acid structure. A very authentic, classic and full-bodied wine with alpine character. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Valtellina Superiore Mazer is a pretty big wine. Ample in feel and quite rustic, the 2019 packs plenty of punch in its deceptively medium-bodied frame. A blast of red cherry, iron, herbs, licorice and mint adds to an impression of wildness and gravitas. This potent, super-ripe Valtellina has a ton to offer." Vinous

The geological origins of the soil date back to the time when African and European plates collided, creating the Alps. The diversity of the terroir lends minerality and elegance to this white-pressed Nebbiolo rarity. straw yellow with golden reflections. Lush bouquet of green apple, citrus fruits, honey and toasted bread. Dry and fresh on the palate, this unusual white provides a lot of drinking pleasure, rounded off by a fine minerality in the complex finish. Be sure to aerate! SUPERIORE.DE

Light copper pink. Delicate aromas of rose petals, candied cherry, citrus and traces of damp earth. Multi-layered on the palate of cherry, red currant, white pepper. Everything is underpinned by a beautiful minerality and crisp acidity. The interesting finish brings out notes of orange and ginger. All in all, a serious rosato of highly engaging character. SUPERIORE.DE

"This shows notes of pink cherries, citrus peel and dried roses. Medium- to full-bodied, round and creamy with delicious fruit and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Cristina Scarpellini's remarkable entry-level wine opens compactly with aromas of wild berries, violets, gravel, liquorice and some flint. The palate is bright and straightforward, with alpine strawberry, star anise and a hint of botanical herbs. The lively acidity and its gripping tannin make it a perfect food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Le Tense" is made from grapes that come exclusively from the Sassella DOCG subzone. During the Swiss rule (1512 - 1797), the best vineyards were "secured" by armed guards and this is how it got its name. They thus became probably the most famous vineyards of the appellation. The selection of the vines produces a wine that expresses the character of the soil: ancient stones and rocks that represent the terroir of Sassella. Nebbiolo from Sassella produces elegant aromas and delicate, harmonious flavours that are typical of Valtellina's alpine reds.

Silky and polished with wild berries, blueberries, bitter almond, crushed rock, ash and mild spice. It has all those ethereal and finely balanced flavours of a Valtellina nebbiolo, but they are presented in a slightly more direct and approachable way. The firm tannins are enveloped by a beautiful fruit, and the medium-length finish fades out harmoniously. A beautiful wine from the far north of Lombardy. SUPERIORE.DE

The extremely elegant Langhe Nebbiolo from Pio Cesare is a nuanced, bright wine. Fruits, orange peel, spices and flowers on the nose. On the palate, beautifully round and full of energy with good potential. SUPERIORE.DE

The concept is as simple as it is ingenious: Christoph Künzli wanted to create a Nebbiolo that is fresh and easy to drink, whose beguiling sweetness and richness is convincing right up to the last sip, and which nevertheless typically and unmistakably represents Alto Piemonte. The convincing result is fresh, with a rich bouquet of berries and flowers, crisp and velvety in the mouth. Be sure to enjoy a little chilled and you will be surprised how quickly the bottle is empty! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Nebbiolo is exquisite. Bright, floral and wonderfully vibrant, the 2020 bristles with energy right out of the gate. Crushed red berry fruit, flowers, cinnamon, mint and licorice all run through this deep, wonderfully nuanced Nebbiolo from Le Piane." Vinous

The Nebbiolo Langhe from Pelissero is a very beautiful wine. Silky aromas, notes of cherries and red cherries develop in this floral, rich, structured and medium-bodied red. Like all Pelissero wines, the Nebbiolo has plenty of flavour intensity and depth. The darker side of the grape variety comes to the fore here - with notes of liquorice, smoke, tobacco and cedar adding complexity. SUPERIORE.DE

Don't be surprised: This expressive, fresh red could also be a rosé and in addition it has a very fine, barely noticeable mousseux. With these characteristics, this serious fun-maker is a wonderfully refreshing and at the same time extremely tasty Nebbiolo, which with its expressive bouquet of crushed raspberries and strawberries is an ideal food companion or "just" spring or summer wine that can be enjoyed solo without any problems. For us, the wonderfully drinkable Piedmontese answer to the high-quality, dry Lambruschi of Emilia. Pure enthusiasm! SUPERIORE.DE

"The Nebbiolo Clarè J.C. 2022 captivates on the nose with a complex blend of crushed blackberries, violets, spicy orange peel and sage. Silky and enveloping with a pretty inner sweetness on the attack, it continues to impress as a wave of wild berry fruit and exotic spices slowly saturate the palate. The 2022 finishes lightly structured yet full of tension. Licorice and violet floral notes gradually fade. Its deep red colour and enormous depth make it difficult to classify the Clarè J.C. as a rosé. But in return, it is a real pleasure to drink. " Vinous

"The G.D. Vajra 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo Claré J.C. opens to a lean appearance with bright ruby highlights. It remains true to the grape, in simple or almost transparent terms, with fresh berry fruit, cassis, blue flower and iris. I love the punchy, electric quality of this wine and its streamlined approach. You'll love it too." Wine Advocate

Intense colour, fresh bouquet of red fruits and sweet floral notes, tannic taste, nice harmony between acidity and alcohol, medium weight, persistent finish. For years our price-performance winner among the Nebbioli from the Langhe! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo is a serious wine that gives harvesta very good idea of what this vintage has to offer. Just bottled, the 2021 shows great depth and lots of character. Firm tannins envelop a core of dark red Nebbiolo, with initial hints of spice and flowers that develop with a little air. As always, the Produttori's Langhe Nebbiolo comes from 100% Barbaresco-designated vineyards. The 2021 has spent 20 days on the skins, which is unheard of for a wine of this level. It is, frankly, better than some wines from more prestigious appellations. Don't miss it." Vinous

"The 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo opens to dark primary fruit with medium concentration and elegant tones of dried blackberry and pressed cherry. There is a soft earthy quality to the wine that recalls tea, dried tobacco leaf or peat moss. However, the slightly more concentrated quality of Nebbiolo offered by this wine is the main attraction. Cola or dried mint adds lift at the end." Wine Advocate

Montegrilli, a pure Nebbiolo, exudes wonderful, powerful fruit aromas in its fragrance and on the palate, plus a little rose petal with a hint of vanilla. A delicious wine between tradition and modernity with the typical elegance of Cogno wines. SUPERIORE.DE

"Ruby red. Intense bouquet of violets and roses, with the typical freshness of red fruits. Delicate, fine, elegant taste, with character, dynamic and quite silky tannins." Falstaff

"The 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo Montegrilli is a powerful, intense wine for the dinner table. Crushed red berry fruit, spice, dried flowers and a touch of whole cluster savoriness lend complexity, with firm tannins that give the wine its serious structure." Vinous

"This is a beautiful wine that is bright, punchy, tart, lively and fruity all at once. The Elvio Cogno 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo Montegrilli does its best to satisfy your easy-drinking needs. The wine concludes with an elegant dusting of crushed stone. You get terrific value with this vintage of Montegrilli." Wine Advocate

Excellent Langhe Nebbiolo. Garnet red, pronounced scent of ripe cherries, raspberries, dried rose petal and wild berries. The very juicy yet cool elegant taste shows its silky yet solid flanking tannin and harmonious acidity. A deep red with a lot of persistence. SUPERIORE.DE

Occhetti is a round, elegant and powerful Nebbiolo Cru from Prunotto. Intense crimson red with garnet reflections, a hint of raspberry and diverse other aromas on the nose, dense and harmonious on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Our Langhe Nebbiolo is a great introduction to this prestigious grape variety, but also an absolute delight for those who already know it well and are looking for a balanced and authentic expression of Nebbiolo." Franco Massolino

Bright shining garnet red. Delicate, dark bouquet of raspberry and violets, after further aeration fine notes of rose petals and damp forest soil. Full and rich on the palate, good harmony of power and elegance, paired with a fresh acidity and length. Nice ageing potential. Corresponds wonderfully with hearty sausage and meat dishes - you just have to love it! SUPERIORE.DE

Perbacco shows in the fresh bouquet first slightly leafy notes, then lots of cherry. On the palate nicely round, lots of ripe fruit, of cherries and red berries, underpinned by fine-grained tannin, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Langhe Nebbiolo Perbacco offers bright fruit and dried blueberry with hints of cherrywood and spice. The effect is mild but nicely balanced, and the wine ups its food-friendly ante with fresh acidity to cut though cream or cheese." Wine Advocate

"The Langhe Nebbiolo Perbacco 2020 is another excellent entry-level wine from Vietti. In this vintage, the Perbacco is particularly fine. Sweet dried cherries, herbs, mint, crushed flowers, anise and orange peel adorn this distinctive, seductive Nebbiolo. It has enormous depth. For years, Perbacco was a very serious wine - some would say almost too serious - for its peers. Then Vietti switched to a simpler style. With the 2020, Perbacco again seems to be a wine that exceeds expectations, and exceeds them in spades. Frankly, the 2020 is more satisfying than many Barbarescos and Barolos I've tasted this year." Vinous

"This is a fresh and fruit-driven Nebbiolo with notes of raspberries and cherries, orange peel and chocolate. Also some dried flowers. Medium to full-bodied, firm and racy with ripe but tight, compact tannins that run the length of the wine. Well crafted. Long and even." James Suckling

The grapes come exclusively from the single vineyard San Pietro, and since the 2018 vintage, part of the wine has been vinified in amphorae. Berries, liquorice and deep red fruits on the nose. Finely woven and very precise structure, personality and class on the palate. Sheer elegance and Clerico pleasure without waiting for further ageing. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a fun and informal wine with beautiful primary fruit reminiscent of wild berries and cassis. The Domenico Clerico 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo Capisme-e stands out for its brightness and freshness, which are easy to drink. This is all about transparency and energy." Wine Advocate