Cordero di Montezemelo Langhe Nebbiolo 2018

Appellation: 
Denominazione di Origine Controllata

Varietal: 
100% Nebbiolo 

Production Zone: 
From the young Nebbiolo vines (less than 15 years of age) from Barolo vineyards in the municipality of La Morra.

Harvest Period: 
End of September / Beginning of October

Yield per Hector: 
49 Hl/Ha - 6,500 bottles/Ha (2,600 bottles/Acre)

Vinification: 
Maceration in stainless steel for 3 – 4 days, drawn off, 10-12 more days of fermentation. 

Maturation: 
Matures in oak casks of differing capacities. Bottled in the summer and released after two months of bottle ageing. 

Sensory Characteristics: 
Bright violet of medium intensity; aromas of raspberry, strawberry and violet. Fresh and robust, full flavor and soft tannins.  

Service Temperature: 
16 °C / 59 °F

Average Life of Wine: 
Preferable to drink the wine in the first years of life but it has the capacity to age up to 10 years. 

Food Pairing: 
Excellent to pair with agnolotti (small ravioli) with ragu, flavorful risottos, fettucine, meat stews, meat dishes