# Nebbiolo d'Alba (2013)

- **Producer:** Stefano Farina
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €16
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Passed
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red cherry, red plum, violet, vanilla, cinnamon, leather, earth

## About this wine

The Stefano Farina Nebbiolo d'Alba 2013 is a red, dry wine from the Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC in Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. The Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC, established in 1970, is characterized by its production primarily from the Nebbiolo grape, often grown on hills with good exposure and quality soil. The Stefano Farina winery has a long family history in winemaking, dating back to the 1930s, emphasizing tradition and a connection to the land. Nebbiolo d'Alba wines are recognized for being a more approachable and fruit-forward expression of the Nebbiolo grape, typically ready for earlier consumption compared to Barolo and Barbaresco.

## Interesting facts

- Nebbiolo's name comes from 'nebbia,' Italian for fog, as harvest often occurs in misty autumn conditions.
- Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC was established in 1970.
- This wine offers a more accessible entry into the world of Nebbiolo wines.
- The Farina family's winemaking history spans back to the 1930s.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and structured tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of proteins and fats found in meat dishes. Its good acidity helps to cut through richness, while potential earthy or savory notes can harmonize with ingredients like mushrooms and herbs.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Stefano Farina Nebbiolo d'Alba involves soft pressing and de-stemming of the Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation is carried out at controlled temperatures of around 30°-32°C with a maceration period of approximately 8 days. Aging requirements for Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC Rosso wines mandate a minimum of 12 months. For this specific wine, aging is noted as 12 months in stainless steel tanks, followed by 6 months in bottle, or alternatively, 6 months in stainless steel vats, followed by approximately 6 months in Slavonian oak barrels and some bottle aging.