Nebbiolo d'Alba 'Vigna Santa Rosalia' Giacomo Brezza 2023

The “Vigna Santa Rosalia” by Giacomo Brezza is an elegant and intense Nebbiolo d’Alba. A beautiful expression of this classic red from the Langhe, less powerful and structured than its older brother Barolo, but more pleasant to drink even when young, despite also having a good propensity for aging. On the nose, it expresses aromas of cherry, peach, and berries, with light woody nuances. On the palate, it is pleasantly fresh and fruity, with well-integrated tannins and a persistent finish.

The red Nebbiolo d’Alba “Vigna Santa Rosalia” is produced by the Giacomo Brezza winery in the historic family estate, located right near the village of Barolo. Twenty-two hectares, of which about sixteen are cultivated with vineyards, managed under organic farming. The Vigna Santa Rosalia is situated at an altitude of about 300 meters above sea level, with a west exposure and is historically known for the high quality of its grapes. The vines are trained in Guyot, with a planting density of 4000 vines per hectare. The fermentation takes

The wine “Vigna Santa Rosalia” produced by the Giacomo Brezza winery is an interesting version of Nebbiolo d’Alba. The low-extraction vinification primarily highlights the fragrance of the fruity aromas, giving a pleasantly immediate drinkability and a great versatility in food pairing. The color is a rather light ruby red. The bouquet expresses fragrant aromas of cherry, small red berry fruits, peach, hints of underbrush, and delicate woody nuances. The sip is dynamic and smooth, with ripe fruit, a dense and elegant tannic structure, and a finish of great freshness.