At a glance

Producer

Le Piane

Region

Boca DOC, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Red cherry, rose petals, tar, earthy undertones with firm structure and hints of spice

Evolution: Will develop more complex notes of dried fruit, leather, tobacco, and truffle with cellaring

At peak: Balanced interplay of fruit, earth, spice and floral notes with silky tannins and lingering finish

Structure

Acidity

High, supporting freshness and aging potential

Tannins

Firm and well-structured, typical Nebbiolo tannins requiring cellar time

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

15+ years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2032

Optimal window

2024 to 2035

Current status

Approaching drinkability, early maturation phase

Current condition

The wine is currently evolving complex tertiary aromas while still retaining vibrant fruit characteristics.

The 2019 vintage in Boca had favorable conditions for ripening Nebbiolo with good acidity retention. The wine’s firm tannins and acidity will soften and integrate over the next 5-10 years, reaching optimum balance of power and elegance.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with game meats, truffle dishes, aged cheeses, rich mushroom risottos, and roasted lamb.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and open aromatic complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Uses water conservation methods, limited pesticide use, mechanical harvesting to reduce energy, recyclable packaging

Le Piane is committed to sustainable viticulture with integrated pest management and reduced chemical inputs. The winery emphasizes energy efficiency and water conservation despite no formal organic or biodynamic certification. The carbon footprint is moderate, typical of boutique Piedmont producers balancing local sales and export markets.