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    Nebbiolo
    Red Grape

    Nebbiolo

    neb-ee-OH-loh/nɛbiˈoʊloʊ/

    Italy's noblest grape, producing hauntingly complex wines with rose, tar, and truffle notes. Despite pale color, Nebbiolo has powerful tannins that demand aging.

    Serving Temp

    16-18°C (60-65°F)

    Aging Potential

    10-40+ years

    Glass Type

    Large Burgundy glass

    Color

    Light garnet with orange-brick edges, deceptively pale

    Flavor Profile

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    Signature Aromas

    Rose Petals
    Tar
    Cherry
    Licorice
    Dried Herbs

    Origin

    Piedmont

    Italy

    Characteristics

    Body4/5
    LightFull
    Acidity5/5
    LowHigh
    Tannins5/5
    SoftFirm
    Sweetness1/5
    DrySweet

    Top Wine Regions

    • BaroloItaly
    • BarbarescoItaly
    • LangheItaly

    Food Pairings

    Braised Beef
    Truffle Risotto
    Aged Parmesan
    Wild Mushrooms
    Game Birds

    History & Origins

    Documented in Piedmont since 1268, Nebbiolo takes its name from the autumn fog that blankets the vineyards during harvest. It produces Barolo and Barbaresco, Italy's greatest wines.

    Famous Wines

    Giacomo Conterno Monfortino

    Giacomo Conterno

    Barolo

    Did You Know?

    • •Called 'the king of wines'
    • •Named for 'nebbia' (fog)
    • •Notoriously difficult to grow outside Piedmont

    Similar Varietals

    Pinot Noir
    Sangiovese
    Barbera

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