# Langhe Nebbiolo (2023)

- **Producer:** Paolo Scavino
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 14–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** rose, strawberry, liquorice, red cherry, violet, orange zest, spice, mint, dried herbs

## About this wine

The Paolo Scavino Langhe Nebbiolo 2023 is a red Italian wine from the Piedmont region, crafted by the historic Paolo Scavino winery. Established in 1921, the estate is now in its fourth generation, with the family deeply committed to viticultural excellence. The grapes for this wine are sourced from vineyards in La Morra, specifically Bricco Manescotto and Annunziata, which are recognized for their potential to produce Barolo. This designation allows the wine to be a more approachable yet complex expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing the unique character of its esteemed Langhe terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes for this wine come from La Morra vineyards capable of producing Barolo.
- The Scavino estate has been family-run for four generations.
- Minimal intervention is a key winemaking philosophy.
- It's a declassified wine, offering Barolo-level terroir at an accessible price.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins are well-suited to cut through the richness of proteins and fats. Its complex aromatic profile, with notes of red fruit and spice, complements earthy flavors like mushrooms and herbs, while the subtle minerality can echo savory components in dishes.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Paolo Scavino Langhe Nebbiolo begins with hand-harvested grapes from La Morra. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures, with maceration lasting between 5 to 12 days, utilizing native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 months in neutral French oak barrels, then for 12 months in large casks. It then spends an additional 10 months in stainless steel and a final 10 months in bottle before release. This approach emphasizes preserving the grape's natural characteristics.