# Vigiu (Vini Drocco)

> Red, Langhe DOC Rosso by [Vini Drocco](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/vini-drocco.md), Alba, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/vigiu).

- **Producer:** Vini Drocco
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Rosso
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo, Barbera, native varieties
- **Production area:** Vineyards in Alba and Diano d'Alba
- **Soil:** Medium-textured, sandy and clayey
- **Exposure:** South, south-east
- **Vinification:** Careful selection and destemming. Fermentation at about 28°C in stainless steel with 5 days of maceration. Racking and malolactic fermentation in steel in November, then ageing in small wooden barrels and in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Vigiu is the Piedmontese for Luigi, after the family's founder. A Langhe Rosso of Nebbiolo, Barbera and native varieties aged in small barrels.

## Tasting notes

Intense ruby with garnet reflections. Cherry and plum, violet and rose hip, then pleasant spices. Rewarding palate with good freshness and a slight bitter finish.

## Food pairings

Starters, first courses, white meats, boiled or grilled red meats, fresh cheeses