Rivetto Langhe Nebbiolo Biologico
75cl
/
14% Vol
This fruity and vibrant Nebbiolo is produced following organic farming principles. It is medium-bodied, with concentrated cherry and raspberry aromas, hints of spice and leather. On the palate, it is intense, with bright red fruit, fine tannins and a well-balanced acidity. Perfect paired with veal, filled pasta, or aged cheese.
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Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
Nose
Aromas of cherries, raspberries, leather, and spice.
Palate
Medium-bodied, well-balanced with bright red fruits, fine tannins
Fact Sheet
Fluid
75cl
Grape Variety
97% Nebbiolo, 3% Barbera
Maturation
Ageing in oak barrels
Alcohol %
14%
Estate/Producer
Rivetto
Country
Italy
Region/AOC
Sinio, Piedmont
Vintage
2021
Closure
Screw cap
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Wine Enthusiast - 90 Points. Wine Advocate 2018 - 90/100. James Sucking 2018 - 91/100.
FAQs
Dark chocolate pairs best with wines that have the structural intensity to match its bitter cocoa and tannin character without being overwhelmed. Fortified wines are the strongest match: aged Tawny Port with its dried fig, rancio, and roasted nut character is the classic pairing. Banyuls from the Roussillon, a naturally sweet Grenache based wine, is the benchmark French equivalent. A full bodied, fruit forward red such as Zinfandel or Amarone can also work, where the ripe dark fruit and spice complement the chocolate.
Many wines use animal derived fining agents during production to clarify and stabilise the liquid before bottling. Common fining agents include isinglass (derived from fish swim bladders), gelatine (bovine or porcine), casein (milk protein), and egg whites (albumin). These are added to bind suspended particles and removed before bottling, but trace quantities may remain. Vegan wines use alternatives including bentonite clay, activated carbon, or pea protein. Checking the Barnivore database or looking for a vegan certification on the label is the most reliable approach.
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