# Perno Riserva (Cantina del Nebbiolo)

> Red, Barolo DOCG Riserva by [Cantina del Nebbiolo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-del-nebbiolo.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-del-nebbiolo-perno-riserva).

- **Producer:** Cantina del Nebbiolo
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG Riserva
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Perno
- **Production area:** Perno hamlet, Monforte d'Alba, one of the most prestigious areas of the Barolo zone
- **Soil:** Tuffaceous soil with layers of red earth, sand and clay, dating to the Helvetian era
- **Exposure:** South-west
- **Vinification:** Patient bunch thinning and low yields from thirty-year-old vines; long, controlled-temperature macerations; aged in oak then bottle, with further bottle refinement.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

The Riserva version of the estate's single-MGA Barolo from Perno, with extra time in wood and bottle.

## Tasting notes

Deep red with garnet hues; red fruit, spice and a light mineral, toasted touch. Balanced fullness, acidity and fruit with a long finish and firm tannins. Extended bottle ageing brings out notes of wood and leather; built for long ageing.

## Food pairings

Important main courses such as braised meats, roasts and red meat in general; also good with aged cheeses.