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RedAlbaDOC

Balbi Soprani Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC

by Balbi Soprani · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAlbaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Balbi SopraniPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Nebbiolo is grown in the hills of Alba.

Vinification

The wine is made by the traditional method for dry red wines.

Ageing

It rests on fine lees for about 6 months.

Tasting profile

Elegant dry red.

Serving and pairing

Suited to red meat and game.

Label / history

The producer, Balbi Soprani, is run by the Capetta family. In Italy its wines are sold only in restaurants and wine bars. The grape's name comes from "nebbia", the autumn fog common in the Langhe at harvest.