2023 Nebbiolo D'Alba DOC

2023 Sordo Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC The Elegance of Piedmont in Every Pour — Pure, Expressive Nebbiolo from the Heart of the Langhe. Crafted by the historic Sordo family in Castiglione Falletto, the 2023 Sordo Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC offers a pure, vibrant window into Piedmont’s noble grape. Sourced from estate-tended vineyards across the sun-drenched hills surrounding Alba, this vintage balances youthful energy with authentic Old World tradition. Aged in large Slavonian oak casks (botti grandi), it delivers Nebbiolo’s hallmark structure, floral lift, and savory depth without heavy oak interference. An approachable cousin to Barolo, this wine is built for both immediate enjoyment and graceful mid-term cellaring. Tasting Profile Appearance: Luminous ruby red with delicate, youthful garnet reflections around the rim. Aroma: A bouquet of freshly crushed wild cherries, cranberries, and ripe raspberries, laced with dried violet petals, rosewater, subtle pipe tobacco, and a whisper of cracked white pepper. Palate: Medium-bodied and energetic. Bright red fruit and pomegranate lead the entry, balanced by fresh, vibrant acidity and finely sculpted, chalky tannins that provide authentic Nebbiolo grip. Finish: Crisp, dry, and persistent, closing on lingering notes of wild herbs, iron-rich minerality, and bitter orange peel. In the Vineyard & Cellar Terroir: Steep hillside plots planted in calcareous-clay marl interlaced with veins of marine sand, imparting perfume, tension, and finesse. Vinification: Hand-harvested at peak maturity, destemmed, and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel with traditional skin maceration to extract pure varietal character. Maturation: Matured for 6 to 12 months in large neutral Slavonian oak casks (botti), softening the youthful tannins while safeguarding the wine's delicate red fruit and floral aromatics, followed by bottle resting before release. Food Pairings & Serving Culinary Matches: Pairs with classic Piedmontese fare such as tajarin egg pasta tossed with butter and sage, mushroom or truffle risotto, slow-roasted pork shoulder, duck breast with cherry reduction, or charcuterie boards featuring prosciutto and aged alpine cheeses (Castelmagno, Fontina, or Parmigiano-Reggiano). Serving Temperature: 16°C – 18°C (60°F – 64°F). Decanting: Recommended to open or decant 30–45 minutes prior to serving to allow the bouquet to unfurl. Cellaring Potential: Drinking beautifully in its youth; will develop deeper savory complexity through 2030+. Technical Specifications Attribute Detail Winery Azienda Agricola Sordo Giovanni Appellation Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC Vintage 2023 Varietal 100% Nebbiolo Country / Region Piedmont, Italy Alcohol by Volume (ABV) 14.0% Oak Treatment Traditional large Slavonian oak casks (botti grandi) Closure Natural Cork Bottle Size 750 ml