# Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore (Paolo Monti)

> Red, Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore DOC by [Paolo Monti](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/paolo-monti.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/paolo-monti-nebbiolo-d-alba-superiore).

- **Producer:** Paolo Monti
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore DOC
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba: Chiese (400 m) and San Martino (420 m)
- **Soil:** Limestone-sandy, with a good share of clay (20%)
- **Exposure:** Chiese south, San Martino south-west
- **Vineyard planting:** Yield 60 quintals per hectare. The Chiese vineyard is 2 ha at 400 m, in the south of Monforte d'Alba, set aside for this wine.
- **Vinification:** Hand-harvested, with grape selection in the vineyard. Maceration of 6 days at a maximum of 25 °C. Aged 12 months in used barriques and 3 months in steel before bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore from the Chiese and San Martino vineyards, with 12 months in used barriques and 3 in steel.

## Tasting notes

Brilliant ruby-red background, pleasant to look at. Freshness marks the aromas too, red and black fruit: cherry, blackberry and redcurrant, cinnamon and violet. Slender, silky, elegant palate that lengthens over delicate spice, leaving the palate satisfied.

## Food pairings

Red and white meats, but also elaborate first courses. Rack of lamb with potatoes, hare or rabbit with mushrooms.