Nebbiolo
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Typically best enjoyed within 2 to 6 years from the vintage, when its vibrant red fruit and floral aromatics are at their peak.
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Slow-cooked beef ragù over fresh egg pasta, roasted veal chops with herbs, and medium-aged cheeses such as Toma or Fontina.
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The story of Fontanafredda is deeply intertwined with Italian royalty, founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of united Italy, as a private estate for his beloved mistress, Rosa Vercellana. Nestled in the rolling hills of the Langhe region in Piedmont, this historic estate crafts a classic expression of Nebbiolo. Sourced from estate-associated vineyards, this wine showcases the grape's signature translucent ruby hue, high acidity, and structured tannins. Unlike its more formidable sibling Barolo, Fontanafredda's Nebbiolo is crafted for earlier accessibility. It undergoes fermentation in stainless steel followed by a brief period of aging in neutral oak casks, allowing the bright red cherry, wild strawberry, and delicate violet aromas to shine alongside a rustic, earthy undertone that speaks directly to its Piedmontese terroir.
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Founded in 1858 by Vittorio Emanuele II, the first King of Italy, as a gift to his beloved Rosa Vercellana, Fontanafredda is a historic estate nestled in the heart of the Langhe region in Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont. Today, the winery is celebrated for its deep-rooted heritage and commitment to sustainable viticulture, transitioning its estate vineyards to certified organic farming. Fontanafredda is globally renowned for its classic, structured Barolo wines aged in traditional Slavonian oak casks, alongside expressive regional whites like Gavi and Arneis Pradalupo, and vibrant reds such as Barbera and Dolcetto under the Briccotondo and Raimonda labels.