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Il Crutin Nebbiolo Langhe DOC wine — Giovanni Manzone winery — Dionysus
RedLangheDOC

Il Crutin Nebbiolo Langhe DOC

by Giovanni Manzone · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationLangheDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for4–8 years
Bottled in0.75 l
Giovanni ManzonePiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from the Gramolere vineyard.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested in October and macerated on their skins for seven days at 28 °C.

Ageing

The wine matures for six months in 700-litre oak barrels, followed by approximately six months in bottle.

Tasting profile

The 2011 is distinctive and well balanced, combining mature tannins with cool freshness and clear fruit and berry notes.

Label / history

Annual production is 3,500 bottles.