# Langhe Nebbiolo (2023)

- **Producer:** Piero Benevelli
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 13.0%
- **Average price:** €30
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** dried herbs, redcurrant, cranberry, sour cherry, rose, leather, spice, tar

## About this wine

The Langhe Nebbiolo 2023 from Piero Benevelli is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Langhe DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy. The Piero Benevelli estate, established in 1978 by Piero Benevelli and now managed by his son Massimo, is a family-run winery in Monforte d'Alba. They cultivate approximately 8 hectares of vineyards, emphasizing sustainable and eco-friendly viticultural practices and adhering to Piedmontese traditions. The winery's philosophy centers on respecting the land and producing wines that express their unique terroir. This particular wine is crafted from grapes grown on vineyards with calcareous marl, sand, and clay soils. The 2023 vintage is characterized by its bright ruby color and vibrant acidity. The wine is sealed with a screwcap, making it convenient for immediate consumption. Approximately 3,000 bottles of the 2023 vintage were produced.

## Interesting facts

- Sealed with a convenient screwcap for immediate enjoyment.
- Grown on soils rich in calcareous marls, sands, and clays.
- Vineyards are typically 7-10 years old.
- Production volume for the 2023 vintage is around 3,000 bottles.

## Food pairing

The wine's firm tannins and vibrant acidity are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins and fats found in traditional Piedmontese cuisine. Herbal notes in the wine can echo those used in dishes, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The Langhe Nebbiolo 2023 is produced from hand-harvested grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with temperature control, utilizing indigenous yeasts and spontaneous fermentation. The 'delestage' technique is used during maceration, which lasts around 20 days, to extract color while maintaining fragrance. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 5-6 months in stainless steel tanks, followed by a further 3 months of bottle aging before release. The estate practices sustainable and eco-friendly viticulture, including integrated pest management and reduced pesticide use.