# Baluma (Diego Conterno)

> Red, Langhe Nebbiolo DOC by [Diego Conterno](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/diego-conterno.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/diego-conterno-baluma).

- **Producer:** Diego Conterno
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba (CN)
- **Soil:** Clay and limestone marl
- **Exposure:** West/southwest
- **Harvest:** Hand-harvested
- **Vineyard planting:** Estate vineyard Ferrione, just outside the Barolo zone near Monforte d'Alba and below the winery, on a west/southwest-facing hillside at roughly 460 metres. Vines average about 15 years old. Certified organic.
- **Vinification:** Destemmed and fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel. Aged five months in 500-litre oak tonneaux and four months in cement tank.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 to 17°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-11-10



## Summary

A fresh, rose-scented Langhe Nebbiolo for early enjoyment. "Baluma" means "let's dance" in Piedmontese dialect. Earlier vintages were labelled Nebbiolo d'Alba.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red. Red berries, cherry, wildflowers and warm spice. Medium-bodied and silky, with ripe tannins; made for early drinking.

## Food pairings

Grilled sausage, slow-braised meats and mushroom-based dishes.