COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Pian Del Bosco
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Pian Del Bosco Langhe Nebbiolo 2022 is a red wine from the Langhe DOC appellation in Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Azienda Agricola Pian Del Bosco is a family-run winery situated in Santo Stefano Belbo and Mango, with a focus on producing quality wines from the Langhe and Roero areas. The winery is led by Omar Borello and his partner Luana, who aim to share the authentic flavors of their region with wine enthusiasts. The Langhe region is characterized by calcareous and clayey marl soils, and vineyards are typically situated below 800 meters in elevation. This wine is recognized for its early approachability, often serving as an introduction to the Nebbiolo grape.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Nebbiolo is named after 'nebbia,' the Italian word for fog, referring to the mists that often blanket Piedmont's vineyards.
Fact 02
Langhe DOC regulations set a maximum vineyard elevation of 800 meters.
Fact 03
This wine is often seen as an accessible introduction to the noble Nebbiolo grape.
Fact 04
The Borello family's winemaking philosophy centers on sharing their land's essence.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Pian Del Bosco Langhe Nebbiolo begins with a harvest typically occurring between September 15th and October 5th. Fermentation is conducted for about 15 days at controlled temperatures ranging from 24-28°C, followed by a soft pressing. The wine then undergoes a 10-month aging period in large Slavonian oak casks at 18°C. Finally, it is refined in the bottle for an additional 3 months before its release.
