Cigliuti Langhe Nebbiolo 2019

Small yields and just delightful. I have said this before and I will say it again, Langhe Nebbiolo is an approachable version of a Barolo, it pleases everyone, period. It’s like the funny uncle at the party that everyone adores.

Cigliuti Langhe Nebbiolo 2019

A small family winery established in 1964, previous generations grew grapes for bulk wine for local clientele. Currently Renato, his wife Dina and their 2 daughters Claudia and Silvia mange the estate from the vineyard to the end of production. This wine comes from 20 year old vines planted south-west facing Bricco di Neive Cru at 350m altitude in calcareous-sandy soil. Fermented for 20 days with ambient yeasts in stainless steel, followed by 5 months again in large Slovanian oak casks.

A shining ruby jewel in the glass. A rockstar of crunchy red fruit - sour cherry, strawberry, raspberry leaf, touch of violet, vanilla and tobacco. The aromas dominate on the palate from fruit to vegetal, vibrant acid and well integrated soft tannins with added leather, earth, dried fig and anise.rose petals. A vibrant star to discover.

It goes without saying this pairing beautifully with homemade pizza Bianca with smoked ham.