Grape: Nascetta
 
Winemaker Notes
Piedmont’s true native, white grape may be Nascetta (nass-CHET-ta), a rare gem that is slowly making a comeback in the Langhe region after being forgotten for too many years. Historically, Nascetta was made into a sweet wine (mostly for religious services) yet as a dry wine, its complexity and aromatic intensity are immediately captivating. The grapes for this cuvee come from a selection from two estate vineyards: ‘Ferrione,’ on a hillside facing west/southwest; and ‘Ginestra,’ facing east, in Monforte d’Alba. Altitude ranges from 1,440 to 1,500 feet. Soils mix: clay and limestone marl.