# Il Soprano (Fratelli Aresca)

> Red, Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC by [Fratelli Aresca](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/fratelli-aresca.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/fratelli-aresca-il-soprano).

- **Producer:** Fratelli Aresca
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Production area:** Langhe-Roero area
- **Exposure:** South
- **Vinification:** Controlled-temperature fermentation and alcoholic maceration for 8 days. Aged in wood for 12 months and 6 months in bottle before release.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25


## Summary

Nebbiolo d'Alba is made 100% from Nebbiolo grapes grown on the hills of Piemonte, particularly between Alba and the Langhe. It ages six months in wood; the nose, soft and perfumed at first, becomes ethereal over time with notes of red fruit and spice, while the dry palate shows notes of violet, raspberry and almond.

## Tasting notes

Broad, ethereal nose with notes of violet, red fruit and spice. The palate has good structure with notes of red fruit and a smooth tannic finish.

## Food pairings

Ideal with red meat, braised dishes and cheese.