COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
La Spinetta
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The La Spinetta Langhe Nebbiolo 2022 is a red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced by La Spinetta under the Langhe DOC appellation. The winery, founded by the Rivetti family, is known for its dedication to meticulous vineyard management and expressing the purity of the territory. The name 'La Spinetta' signifies 'the little thorn' or 'spiny bush.' This particular bottling is often seen as an accessible entry into the producer's Nebbiolo offerings, with grapes potentially sourced from vineyards that also contribute to their prestigious Barbaresco and Barolo wines. The vineyards are managed with a focus on low yields and sustainable agricultural practices.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
La Spinetta means 'the little thorn' in Italian.
Fact 02
Often crafted from declassified Barbaresco and Barolo vineyards.
Fact 03
Vineyards are cultivated using sustainable agriculture.
Fact 04
The wine is not filtered or clarified before bottling.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The La Spinetta Langhe Nebbiolo 2022 undergoes alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for 7 to 15 days. Following this, malolactic fermentation is carried out in used French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, followed by a brief period of 2 months in stainless steel tanks. A final maturation of approximately 6 months to 1 year in bottle precedes its release. The producer employs sustainable agriculture practices, with a focus on minimal chemical intervention and respecting the land. Green harvests are performed to manage vine yields. The grapes are hand-harvested, typically in mid-October. The wine is not filtered or clarified before bottling.
