2017 Monsecco 'Pratogrande' Colline Novaresi Nebbiolo

From: Alto Piemonte, ItalyVarietal: Nebbiolo Tasting Notes: Northern Piemonte’s climate and soil differences are on full display in this glorious Colline Novaresi Nebbiolo from 2017. Its proximity to the Alps and Monte Rosa equals cool, alpine air flowing throughout these vineyards. This, plus the longer growing season, has assuredly influenced the resulting wines' layered, ethereal elegance. Its soils, volcanic (igneous porphyry) in origin instead of the chalky clayey soils of Piedmont, add to a distinctly mineral bouquet and undertone, underscored by its gentle tannins. In the glass, unfolding layers of intense red fruits, white pepper, minerals for days, and dried rose petals meet licorice, coffee, spice, and cocoa in a seamless whole. Get it while you can! Pairing: This is a perfect pairing to wild mushroom risotto, air-dried salami, pork sausages with herbs, peppered steak, pizza (especially funghi pizza), slow-roasted pork or beef (such as ragu), braised duck (check out the recip