Langhe DOC Nebbiolo 2020 Scarzello 75 cl

Description

History

The Scarzello winery is located in the heart of the Piedmont wine region, precisely in Barolo, in the province of Cuneo. Founded in 1945 by Francesco Scarzello, the company began the production of wine with the harvest of the grapes from the family’s vineyards.

In the 1980s, Francesco’s children, Federico and Emanuela, joined the company and brought new impetus to wine production, introducing new techniques and modernizing the company. Today, the third generation of the Scarzello family runs the company and produces some of the best wines in Piedmont.

Grapes used

100% Nebbiolo

Production method

After fermentation, the wine rests for 8 months in large 25-hectolitre oak barrels and 500-litre wooden barrels. Subsequently, it is bottled and further aged for 6 months directly in the bottle.

Alcohol content

14%

Tasting notes

Ruby red colour. On the nose, notes of crunchy fruit are perceived, gradually enriched by brackish and tertiary nuances. On the palate, the wine has a good body, it is broad and round, and presents itself with a harmonious, fresh and tasty sip. The finish is characterized by a pleasant balsamic flavour.

Possible combinations

It can be combined with savory first courses seasoned with ragù or wild boar ragù, roasted and grilled red meat, red meat and medium-aged cheeses.