# Langhe Nebbiolo (2022)

- **Producer:** La Spinetta
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €28
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, rose, violet, blueberry, black cherry, cedar, cloves, chocolate, vanilla, leather, balsamic, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

The La Spinetta Langhe Nebbiolo 2022 is a red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced by La Spinetta under the Langhe DOC appellation. The winery, founded by the Rivetti family, is known for its dedication to meticulous vineyard management and expressing the purity of the territory. The name 'La Spinetta' signifies 'the little thorn' or 'spiny bush.' This particular bottling is often seen as an accessible entry into the producer's Nebbiolo offerings, with grapes potentially sourced from vineyards that also contribute to their prestigious Barbaresco and Barolo wines. The vineyards are managed with a focus on low yields and sustainable agricultural practices.

## Interesting facts

- La Spinetta means 'the little thorn' in Italian.
- Often crafted from declassified Barbaresco and Barolo vineyards.
- Vineyards are cultivated using sustainable agriculture.
- The wine is not filtered or clarified before bottling.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and gentle but persistent tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of protein-rich dishes, while its vibrant acidity can cut through fattier elements. The earthy and sometimes floral notes often found in Nebbiolo can echo or contrast with ingredients like mushrooms, herbs, and aged cheeses.

## Wine making process

The La Spinetta Langhe Nebbiolo 2022 undergoes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for 7 to 15 days. Following this, malolactic fermentation is carried out in used French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, followed by a brief period of 2 months in stainless steel tanks. A final maturation of approximately 6 months to 1 year in bottle precedes its release. The producer employs sustainable agriculture practices, with a focus on minimal chemical intervention and respecting the land. Green harvests are performed to manage vine yields. The grapes are hand-harvested, typically in mid-October. The wine is not filtered or clarified before bottling.