Straw yellow in color, tending...
The Abbona family discovered Viognier in the Rhone Valley. The desire to reproduce the excellence they found in France returned with them to the hills of Dogliani, and thus began Cinerino. The wine’s name comes from the grey herons that occasionally stop in the lake beside the vineyards
Brilliant grenade red in colour with soft orange notes, it is rich, complex, tannic and pleasant on the nose with hints of raspberry
It is made with Nebbiolo grapes. The vinification is traditional, with the maceration lasting eight days, followed by ageing for 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks. It has marked aromas with hints of raspberries and blackberries, and an elegant and harmonious palate distinguished by soft tannins - a versatile wine which can be enjoyed throughout the meal
To the eye, Langhe Nebbiolo is deep red in colour. The bouquet is young and complex, with hints of fruit, spice, and gentle suggestions of leather. To the palate, it offers the flavour of a soft, fascinating young wine with mild, refìned tannins that are pleasantly persistent
Langhe D.O.C. Nebbiolo Massolino is a good way to approach the grape variety, without the reverential fear that Barolo might inspire. Fermentation is slightly shorter, then the wine spends a year in large Slavonian oak barrels to emphasise the elegance and finesse of the variety