COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Bruno Giacosa
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Nebbiolo d'Alba Giacosa Vigna Valmaggiore 2021 is a red wine from the Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Bruno Giacosa. This bottling is a single-vineyard expression, reflecting the producer's commitment to highlighting specific terroirs. Bruno Giacosa, a highly respected winemaker, established a legacy of traditional winemaking and single-vineyard focus, a philosophy continued by his daughter, Bruna Giacosa. The Nebbiolo d'Alba appellation allows for the expression of Nebbiolo from a defined area within Piedmont, offering wines with characteristic structure and elegance.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€58
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bruno Giacosa historically avoided barrique barrels.
Fact 02
The Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC spans 25 communes.
Fact 03
The producer is known for focusing on single-vineyard expressions.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Nebbiolo d'Alba Giacosa Vigna Valmaggiore 2021 follows traditional winemaking practices. Key techniques include maceration, typically lasting around 15 days, followed by malolactic fermentation. Aging is a crucial step, with Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC wines generally requiring time in barrel and bottle. The producer, Bruno Giacosa, has historically favored large oak barrels for aging, a method that allows for slow maturation without imparting excessive oak influence. Harvest for Nebbiolo d'Alba typically takes place in early October.
