Red

Langhe Nebbiolo

By Gagliasso, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy

Gagliasso Langhe Nebbiolo

Langhe Nebbiolo from the Ciabot Russ vineyard in Novello, the plot that gave the estate's Ciabot Russ selection its name and today is planted solely to Nebbiolo; aged 12 months in used French barriques and large casks. About 7,000 bottles produced.

Tasting notes

This Langhe Nebbiolo Ciabot Russ presents a bright ruby red color, with inviting aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and subtle spice. The palate is fresh and lively, with approachable tannins and a pleasant, fruity finish.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Langhe DOC Nebbiolo
Grape
Nebbiolo 100%
Cru / vineyard
Ciabot Russ
Production area
Ciabot Russ vineyard in Novello; vine age about 45 years.
Soil
Medium-textured clay-limestone.
Exposure
West-facing.
Vineyard planting
About 5,000 vines per hectare, Guyot-trained with medium-short pruning of 7 to 8 buds; thinned to reduce yield per vine by about 30%.
Vinification
The grapes are gently pressed in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where they begin fermenting spontaneously; fermentation runs at 28 to 30°C and maceration lasts 15 to 20 days, with the must pumped over and punched down at least four times a day. After pressing off, malolactic fermentation also takes place in steel. The wine ages 12 months in used French barriques and large casks, then rests a further 6 to 9 months in bottle.

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