Tasting Notes: This Langhe Nebbiolo was first planted in 1960, with a replanting of the grapes around 15 years ago. In order to preserve the freshness of the grape the wines are not macerated on the skins for a prolonged amount of time. The wine is aged partly in barrique, around 20-30% of the juice, with the rest aged in 50 hectoliter oak barrels for around 8 to 9 months. After blending, it rests in the bottle for 2 months before hitting the market. On the pour a clear and bright purple color is present. The nose reveals the quintessential Nebbiolo aromas of fresh roses and bright cherry. Lastly, the palate brings forth under-ripe strawberry, red cherries, leather, and a slight balsamic richness with a hint of vanilla.
Estate History: The spirit of the Pelissero winery is of the timeless traditions of the Langhe Farmer. Where the pursuit of continuously improving in the vineyard and the cellar is ever present. The Pelissero’s are a family of third-generation vine growers with a philosophy that has not changed since 1957. They primarily cultivate the native varieties of Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto, which make up 85% of their production. Their estate is situated between the medieval tower of Barbaresco and the castle of Guarene. Pelissero is comprised of five vineyards situated near the town of Alba: Vanotu, Tulin, Piani, Augenta and Munfrina. Vanotu was the first vineyard to be established by Pelissero in 1960 and sits atop a limestone-rich, south-facing slope.
