Diego Conterno Langhe Nascetta

Overview: Nascetta is the only real indigenous white grape variety from Langhe! In the past, it was mainly used to make sweet wines, usually for religious purposes, but its lovely aromatic complexity makes it ideal for a dry white wine. This wine is a selection from two estate vineyards: Ferrione, on a hillside facing west/southwest; and Ginestra, facing east, in Monforte d’Alba.

Grape Variety: 100% Nascetta

Average Age of the Vines: 10 years old

Exposure: West of the town of Monforte d’Alba, on a hill about 400 meters above sea level

Altitude: 1,440-1,500 feet above sea level

Soil: Medium texture clay with tuff and limestone marl

Harvest: Manual, with selection in the vineyard at the end of September to the beginning of October

Vinification: Two days maceration on skins; pressed then fermented with indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled tank. Malolactic conversion is blocked.

Aging: 6 months in steel tanks.

Tasting Notes: This wine fully expresses the characteristics of its indigenous landscape. The color is a brilliant bright yellow. The savory and minerally flavors on the palate are accompanied by notes of citrus, pineapple, sage, and rosemary.

Serving Suggestion: Ideal as an aperitif, or paired with sheep cheeses, fish, or white meat. To be consumed young, but also has excellent cellaring potential. Its longevity allows long aging in the bottle with interesting evolutions in flavor.