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16½/20
Rivetto Langhe Nascetta Borea 2016
Langhe, Cuneo, Piedmont, ItalyYouthful, energetic, travelled Enrico Rivetto farms his family's estate with a philosophy beyond biodynamics, and towards complete biodiversity. Nascetta is a historical semi-aromatic white grape, and is the only white grape native to the Langhe. When Enrico started working with this near-extinct grape in 2007, only 7 other producers were using it. The ranks have now grown past 50 producers working with nascetta. Historical texts liken it to the great wines of Rhein, with high acid and excellent ageing potential. From a north facing, sandy-calcareous vineyard planted at 400m, this was hand harvested, and macerated cool on skins for 72 hours before gentle pressing and fermentation in a concrete Nico Velo, without MLF. White honey, lemon blossom, quince with a slight welcome concrete-grip on the bright, medium-bodied palate.Tasted: 29 May 2019Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $47.95 | 750ml | consignment |
Grape: Nascetta
