Roero Valmaggiore Riserva DOCG 2020

Wine Description for Roero Valmaggiore Riserva DOCG 2020 by Valfaccenda

Colour & Appearance

Deep, transparent ruby red with the characteristic Nebbiolo clarity – a wine that reveals its origins the moment it touches the glass.

Nose

A kaleidoscopic play of aromas that immediately signals: Nebbiolo is playing in the premier league here. Dark cherry and morello cherry open the proceedings, followed by sloe, damp forest floor and truffle. Woven through it all shimmers the morning mist of Piedmont – multifaceted, three-dimensional, in constant motion. The complete Nebbiolo arsenal.

Palate

Here Valfaccenda effortlessly reconciles apparent contradictions: refined and radiant, profound and delicate, concentrated and light-footed all at once. The tannins are polished, yet retain their robust bite without dominating the fruit. A Nebbiolo that unites accessibility with seriousness – no need for eternity to deliver pleasure.

Finish

Persistent and elegant with fine tannin structure that lingers without weighing down.

Terroir & Origin

A cuvée from three vineyard sites – Mompellini, Loreto and San Grato – in Canale and Santo Stefano. The vines are rooted in the characteristic sandy soils of Roero, which once formed the seabed of the Padanian Gulf, interspersed with varying levels of clay. South-westerly, westerly and easterly exposures create complexity.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Nebbiolo from young and old vines, cultivated using organic methods. The grapes are selectively harvested according to vineyard site and ripeness level and vinified separately. Following maturation in wooden casks, the wine is bottled during the waning autumn moon, followed by almost a year of bottle ageing.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Truffle risotto, braised eel in red wine, hare ragù with tagliatelle, but also an excellent choice with Brasato al Barolo or aged Parmigiano.

Special Features

A democratic Nebbiolo: wonderful for newcomers wanting to understand what this variety is all about, and equally delightful for experienced drinkers who appreciate finesse without ostentation. Certified organic since 2014.