The Nebbiolo wine grape comes originally from the cool and sultry slopes of northwestern Italy and is now considered amongst the ‘noble grape varieties’ producing some of the highest quality and finest tasting wines you’ll find anywhere in the world. This prestigious grape variety is known for producing good wines but not without a cost. The price of your average bottle of Nebbiolo wine is usually a little higher than other red drinking varieties and this is because not only of its fabulous taste but because of the incredibly long and risky process of producing high-quality vines. When you shop online for wine, beer and spirits with Boozebud, however, you are guaranteed the lowest possible price you’ll find anywhere in Australia.
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What is Nebbiolo wine?
Nebbiolo wine is a quintessential Italian red wine so named for the thick and chilly nebbia, or fog, that blankets the cool autumnal vineyards when this late-ripening varietal is ready to be picked. It’s known as one of the highest quality red wines of the Piedmont region in north-west Italy. Nebbiolo wine is characterised by its strong tannins, a high level of acidity and their distinctive scent that is often described as ‘tar and roses’, a fascinating combination worthy of tasting if you’re not already familiar with this grape variety.
The region this particular grape comes from is known for its cooler climate. Stretched out throughout the foothills of the Piedmont region are vine-covered slopes that have been producing spectacular vintage after spectacular vintages for centuries from master Italian vintners and winemakers. The Barolo is one of the most prestigious examples of this quality tipple and is generally known for producing a bold and punchy taste. More and more winemakers and vineyards have been rivalling this quality and you’ll find a stunning selection of this wine style available for delivery direct to your door from Boozebud.
Nebbiolo wine is also renowned for a variety of blends from Italy producing softer tasting examples from across the Tanaro river as well as stunning selections from the Bordeaux region of France. The grape variety has also travelled over the Alpine border to produce dry red wine examples, lighter tasting than the Piedmont varieties and just as wonderfully perfumed with a rich and complex bouquet. This sensitive grape variety is also subject to a range of challenges for vineyards and winemakers. It is notoriously finicky about the region in which it is grown. Soils for this grape must come with good drainage and a long, bright season for growing. It generally flowers early on the vine but takes the longest to ripen fully and this time spent exposed to the elements makes it particularly susceptible to disease and the consequences of fluctuating and not ideal growing climate conditions. When the cooler change comes through, however, the grapes are generally protected against conditions like rot and mildew except in the case of root-destroying phyllora mite which arrived in Europe from the Americas in 1860. This affected varieties of the grape grown for years.
As with all things that are difficult and challenging, Nebbiolo wine is worth the struggle and not just in Italy. This niche variety of red wine has been well received all over the world and you’ll even find it grown in the United States, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, South Africa, New Zealand and even here at home in Australia.
How long does Nebbiolo last?
Due to the strong, bold and acidic nature of this fantastic red wine, the Nebbiolo wine is perfect for aging. The best vintages will often require at least a decade of careful aging to reach their full potential for stunning bouquets and complex taste profiles including flavours like dried fruits, damsons, liquorice, leather, fresh herbs and, of course, that fascinating combination of tar and roses. To get the most out of your Nebbiolo wine, you’ll often find that aging requirements stretch easily into 30 years.
If you’re buying from a local Australian Nebbiolo wine producer or American vineyards then you’ll need to take careful note of the aging notes as wines from these regions can vary quite a bit. Lighter tasting Nebbiolo wine from Carema, Langhe, and Gattinara can be drunk within a few years of vintage.
Whenever storing wine, whether red or white, always ensure that the area you choose is well ventilated and protected from sunlight. Sunlight can often vary the temperature in which your wine is stored, and temperature spikes will spell disaster to any wine. Maintaining a stable, cool environment for your wine to age will ensure that the flavours develop exactly as the vintner intended. With the Nebbiolo grape, your aging time will only further develop and intensify that signature aromatic bouquet and produce for you a taste sensation that was absolutely worth the wait.
What do you eat with Nebbiolo wine?
If you think the Italians and the French know their wine, then that’s nothing compared to what they know about food and the richly tasting, buttery cuisine of the European Alpine regions makes for the ideal match. This punchy and vivid wine is best served alongside punchy and vivid meals like richly flavoured roast lamb and duck, smoked duck and wild, nutty mushrooms, fresh pasta like spinach linguine and truffle shavings. The signature taste of the Nebbiolo is very distinctive and lingers wonderfully on the tongue. Foods matched with this wine also include soft cheeses like brie as well as feta and goat’s cheese. Think strong, buttery tastes to complement the acidic tannic structure to get the absolute best from your next bottle.
Order online from Boozebud and get the best and the most affordable Nebbiolo wines from both here in Australia as well as throughout the rest of the world, including its ancestral homeland in Italy. This is the perfect wine for trying if you’re looking for a rich autumnal wine and you’d like to start experimenting with more prestigious winemakers and producers. Buy your next bottle online now and have it delivered directly to your door.
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