Conteisa Langhe Nebbiolo...
Conteisa<br />The Piedmontese word conteisa (in Italian: contesa) recalls the dispute that took place for over 100 years between the communes of La Morra and Barolo over the ownership<br />of the Cerequio area, a dispute that only came to an end with the agreement stipulated in 1275, a record of which exists in the communal archives of La Morra.<br /><br />Name: Langhe Nebbiolo DOC<br />Varieties: 92 % Nebbiolo, 8% Barbera.<br />Vineyards: The Conteisa vineyard is located in Cerequio, in the commune of La Morra. The soil has a high presence of sand and clayey-calcareous marl; it has an area of 6<br />hectares, southern exposure and an average altitude of 380 m above sea level.<br />The vines have an average age of 60 years.<br />Vinification: fermentation and maceration for about three weeks followed by ageing in wood for 30 months.<br />Characteristic properties: While Sperss is usually more austere and dark, Contesia denotes a more floral and delicate nose with fresh, balsamic notes. The palate displays<br />sweet notes of wild cherries and delicate herbs, a voluptuous body and a harmonious, integrated tannic fabric. High ageing potential.<br />
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€388.60
