Tasting Notes: The Nebbiolo fruit originates from Fossati, an esteemed single vineyard (MGA) in La Morra, renowned for producing long-lived wines with finesse and weight. The marly soils, rich in iron and comprising 25% sand and 39% clay, contribute to the wine's character. Cultivated organically, the low-yielding vines, aged 20-60 years and situated at 513 meters elevation, further enhance the quality of the fruit. Pale ruby color with a noticeable orange tint. Subtle, delicate, and restrained. Notes of dry flowers, hay, and hints of red fruit, suggesting further development. It's still evolving, gradually revealing the exceptional elegance characteristic of the vintage.
Estate History: A devoted and meticulous winemaker, Lapo Berti is driven by an unwavering passion for wine that ignited in his early twenties. His formative winemaking experiences ranged from Tuscany to Piedmont, where his affinity for Nebbiolo blossomed during his tenure at Enzo Boglietti. Along the way, he apprenticed with renowned names like Roberto Voerzio in Barolo, Nicolas Potel and Michel Picard in Burgundy, Cameron in Oregon, and Stephen Pannell in McLaren Vale.
After years of exploration, Lapo chose to anchor himself in Piedmont where he launched his eponymous wine project in 2012. Today, he leases premier Nebbiolo vineyards in La Morra's distinguished MGAs, meticulously tending to his vines with a winemaking ethos characterized by precision and respect for nature. Employing traditional techniques, Lapo opts for indigenous yeasts and eschews fining agents and filtration, minimizing sulfite usage to preserve the purity of his wines. His ultimate aspiration is to craft Nebbiolo in its most authentic expression, reflecting the distinctiveness of the grape, the terroir, and the vintage—a vision splendidly realized in his exceptional wines.
