# Nebbiolo D'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore (2023)

- **Producer:** Giacomo Grimaldi
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** 100% Nebbiolo
- **Region:** Piemonte, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €19
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, strawberry, red cherry, rose, violet, vanilla, cinnamon, cloves

## About this wine

Nebbiolo D'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore by Giacomo Grimaldi is a 2023 red wine from Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. It is produced under the Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC appellation. The grapes are sourced from the Valmaggiore vineyard in Vezza d'Alba, located in the Roero district. This vineyard is characterized by its sandy soils, which contribute to a more delicate and aromatic style of Nebbiolo. Giacomo Grimaldi is a producer known for its focus on expressing the unique terroir of the Langhe region through single-vineyard wines, offering a distinct expression of Nebbiolo that stands apart from wines grown on heavier soils.

## Interesting facts

- Valmaggiore's sandy soils are a key factor in this wine's elegant profile.
- This wine offers a high-quality Nebbiolo experience as an alternative to pricier Barolo and Barbaresco.
- The Roero area, where Valmaggiore is located, is known for its unique sandy terroir.
- Giacomo Grimaldi focuses on single-vineyard expressions to highlight terroir.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ acidity and tannins are well-suited to cut through the richness of red meats and complement their protein. Its aromatic complexity can echo or contrast with herbs and earthy flavors found in many traditional Italian dishes, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for Nebbiolo D'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore begins with a 7-8 day maceration period in temperature-controlled steel vats. Malolactic fermentation is then carried out in barriques, with half of them being new. The wine is subsequently aged for 12 months, with 50% of the aging occurring in French barriques and the other 50% in large casks. This is followed by a final two months in stainless steel tanks before bottling. The wine is classified as Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC).