Nebbiolo Langhe DOC

A Nebbiolo that shows what the heart of Piedmont is capable of — before it becomes Barolo: concentrated, aromatically complex, with structure without harshness.

Cordero di Montezemolo is one of the classic houses in La Morra — one of the best sites for Nebbiolo in all of Piedmont. The grapes for this Langhe DOC come from vineyards between La Morra, Alba, and the Roero, harvested from 6 to 7-year-old vines of the Barolo clone line.

A clear garnet red shines in the glass. The nose opens with very ripe dark fruits — blackberry, plum — followed by tobacco, cocoa beans, violets, and a hint of sweet spices. On the palate, it shows what Nebbiolo rarely achieves in its youth: soft, velvety tannins combined with a dense body.

• Temperature: 16–18 °C, preferably decant 30 minutes beforehand
• Food: Brasato al Barolo, game ragù, mature Pecorino, or risotto with porcini mushrooms