# Mauro Sebaste Parigi Nebbiolo d'Alba (2021)

- **Producer:** Mauro Sebaste
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €32
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, black pepper, blackberry, strawberry, violet, black cherry, liquorice, baking spices, toasty oak, allspice, dried herbs, tobacco

## About this wine

The Mauro Sebaste Parigi Nebbiolo d'Alba is a 100% Nebbiolo from the Piedmont region of Italy, specifically the Alba sub-region. The Mauro Sebaste winery, founded in 1990, is guided by a family legacy of winemaking, with Mauro's mother, Sylla Sebaste, being a notable figure. The winery's approach, termed 'wine as a project,' prioritizes quality and respect for the terroir. This Nebbiolo d'Alba is distinguished by its approachable nature and softer tannins compared to other Nebbiolo-based wines from the region, offering a pure expression of the grape.

## Interesting facts

- Named 'Parigi', possibly after a specific vineyard or cru.
- Mauro Sebaste's mother, Sylla, was a trailblazing female winemaker.
- Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC soils are often sandier than Barolo/Barbaresco.
- Wine Enthusiast awarded the 2021 vintage 89/100 points.

## Food pairing

The wine's structured tannins and medium-plus body are well-suited to complement the proteins in dishes like lamb and beef, softening as they interact. The wine's fruit and subtle herbal notes can echo or contrast with herbs and earthy elements in the food, creating a harmonious balance.

## Wine making process

The Mauro Sebaste Parigi Nebbiolo d'Alba is produced using 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (28°C) with a floating cap for approximately 10 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for at least 8 months in large oak barrels and then spends a minimum of 4 months aging in the bottle before release. The winery manages its vineyards for low yields to maximize quality.