2020 Il Rosato, Nervi Conterno, Piedmont, Italy
About this WINE
Nervi
Piedmont
Piedmont has been the pre-eminent fine wine province of Italy since Roman times, a reputation reinforced under the House of Savoy – which lorded it over Europe during the Middle Ages from its base in Turin. Piedmont's own fame increased too as this noble House secured its place in history as the driver for Italian Reunification in 1861.
Located in the north-west of the country, with a continental climate, Piedmont is influenced culturally and climatically by the surrounding Alps and Ligurian Apennines. Piedmont's most important fine wine regions are: the Langhe, south of Alba, incorporating Barolo and Barbaresco; Monferrato, comprising the wines of Asti and Gavi; and Novara with its Colline Novaresi and Boca.
Nebbiolo is the grape of Piedmont, and arguably the country as a whole. It is planted in only the most favourable sites, and is the power behind Barolo and Barbaresco. It is followed by Barbera d'Alba or Barbera d'Asti and Dolcetto, an early-ripening antipasti wine produced more seriously around Dogliani. For whites, Moscato is queen, responsible for copious amounts of frizzante, more commonly known as Asti. A far more rewarding, gently-sparkling wine, made in an off-dry style, is labelled as Moscato d'Asti.
A notable red version is also made: Brachetto d'Acqui. Cortese is the white grape behind the region's most popular dry white wine, Gavi, from vines south of Alessandria. Perhaps unsurprisingly, Piedmont has the highest proportion of Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) and Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) wines, even if it is responsible for only seven percent of Italy's total production (2006).
Recommended producers: La Colombera, Roberto Sarotto, Cornarea, Luzi-Donadei, Antoniotti Odilio e Mattia, Laiolo Reginin, Marinacci, Punset, Luisin, Roagna, Fratelli Alessandria, Casina Bric 460, Trediberri, Vigneti Luigi Oddero, Marcarini, E.Pira di Chiara Boschis, Bartolo
Other Varieties
There are over 200 different grape varieties used in modern wine making (from a total of over 1000). Most lesser known blends and varieties are traditional to specific parts of the world.
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Indulge in the enchanting allure of the 2020 Il Rosato by Nervi Conterno, a captivating rosé wine originating from Piedmont, Italy. This delightful rosé offers a harmonious blend of elegance, vibrancy, and exquisite flavours.
In the glass, this wine showcases a mesmerizing pale pink hue reminiscent of a summer sunset over the Italian countryside. The nose is greeted with an aromatic bouquet of freshly picked strawberries, delicate rose petals, and hints of zesty citrus fruits. A subtle mineral undertone adds a layer of complexity, evoking the region's terroir.
On the palate, the 2020 Il Rosato delights with its well-balanced structure and refreshing acidity. Flavours of succulent red berries dance gracefully across the taste buds, complemented by juicy watermelon notes and tangy grapefruit. The wine's medium body and silky texture lend an elegant mouthfeel, leading to a crisp, lingering finish.
Ideally suited for warm summer days or as an aperitif, the 2020 Il Rosato pairs wonderfully with various dishes. Consider serving it alongside a fresh seafood salad, grilled prawns, or a charcuterie board adorned with artisanal cheeses and cured meats.
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