Tasting Notes: Le Piane’s Nebbiolo is from the Novara hills, expressing the pure elegance of the grape from this area. Notes of raspberry and black cherry are followed by hints of wild herbs and a crisp-like finish.
Estate History: Boca is a historic wine region in Piedmont that was nearly abandoned until Christoph Künzli recognized its potential and started the Le Piane winery in the late 1990's. Le Piane focuses on producing wines from the Nebbiolo grape variety, blended with small amounts of Vespolina and Bonarda. They are known for their production of high-quality wines, particularly the Boca DOC, which is the flagship wine. These wines are known for their elegance, complexity, and age-worthiness.
Le Piane's winemaking philosophy is rooted in traditional and sustainable practices. The vineyards are cultivated organically, and the grapes are harvested by hand. The winery employs traditional winemaking techniques, including extended maceration and aging in large oak barrels, to craft wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Boca region.
Le Piane's wines have gained recognition and praise from wine enthusiasts and critics worldwide. The wines often exhibit characteristics of dark fruits, botanicals, earthiness, and well-integrated tannins. They have the potential to age gracefully and develop further complexity over time.
