The commune of Dogliani is best known for high quality Dolcetto, some of the best made in Italy. That said, Nebbiolo is also grown. This example, from the much lauded 2010 vintage, is an excellent introduction to Piedmontese Nebbiolo.
Not surprisingly, the colour isn’t particularly deep, and the wine possessive a distinct amber rim. Aromatically, the wine is earthen in personality, with tea leaves, coffee grounds and a touch of floral lift. The earthy quality flows through to the palate which is mid-weight, savoury and highly attractive.
At $40 a bottle, there can’t be many better value or authentic expressions of Nebbiolo. Best of all, it’s ‘in the slot’ and ready for current consumption.
2010 BRANGERO NEBBIOLO D’ALBA ‘BRICCO BERTONE’
Producer: Brangero
Variety: Nebbiolo
Region: Piedmont, Italy
ABV: 14.0%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $40.00
Date tasted: 17 July 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-garnet verging to amber on the rim. Attractive and varietally correct nose of earth, mushroom/truffle, dried herbs, freshly crushed toasted spices. Medium bodied, dry and savoury, tannins are fully resolved. Earth-laden palate with notes of truffle, licorice and spice. Hint of orange zest. Good length.
Score: 16.5/20
Not surprisingly, the colour isn’t particularly deep, and the wine possessive a distinct amber rim. Aromatically, the wine is earthen in personality, with tea leaves, coffee grounds and a touch of floral lift. The earthy quality flows through to the palate which is mid-weight, savoury and highly attractive.
At $40 a bottle, there can’t be many better value or authentic expressions of Nebbiolo. Best of all, it’s ‘in the slot’ and ready for current consumption.
2010 BRANGERO NEBBIOLO D’ALBA ‘BRICCO BERTONE’Producer: Brangero
Variety: Nebbiolo
Region: Piedmont, Italy
ABV: 14.0%
Closure: Natural cork
Retail Price: $40.00
Date tasted: 17 July 2015
Tasting Note:
Mid-garnet verging to amber on the rim. Attractive and varietally correct nose of earth, mushroom/truffle, dried herbs, freshly crushed toasted spices. Medium bodied, dry and savoury, tannins are fully resolved. Earth-laden palate with notes of truffle, licorice and spice. Hint of orange zest. Good length.
Score: 16.5/20
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