About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The Riesling comes from Massolino’s highest vineyard, located in Monforte d’Alba at approximately 530 metres above sea level. The site’s climatic conditions favour the freshness and acidity associated with the variety. Its medium-textured soil tends towards calcareous composition.
Grapes
Riesling.
Vinification
Vinification takes place in stainless steel. The wine remains on its fermentation lees for 8–10 months and is then racked and bottled. A portion of the Riesling rests in terracotta amphorae.
Ageing
Intense and versatile in its youth, the wine gains complexity over time and is suited to extended ageing.
Tasting profile
The colour is pale straw yellow, with an intensity that varies according to the vintage. The nose combines characteristic hydrocarbon and mineral aromas with a fresh fruit note in its youth. The palate is vertical and savoury, with pronounced acidity providing freshness and an exceptionally persistent finish. It is a dry white with the strength and structure associated with the Langhe hills.
Serving and pairing
Serve at 12–15°C. Pair with fish dishes, particularly molluscs and crustaceans, as well as white meats and goat’s-milk cheeses.
Label / history
The first vintage was 2017. The wine grew out of Massolino’s particular passion for Riesling.
