At a glance

Producer

Cantine Nervi

Region

Gattinara, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$55

Tasting profile

Ripe red cherry, violet, delicate spices, with underlying earthiness and minerals

Evolution: Will develop more complex tertiary notes like leather, truffles, dried herbs, and rose petal in coming years

At peak: Balanced integration of fruit and tertiary aromas with silky tannins and a long finish

Structure

Acidity

High acidity, pronounced freshness

Tannins

Firm and grippy, typical of Nebbiolo from Gattinara

Alcohol

Approximately 13-14%

Aging potential

Excellent aging potential of 15+ years due to firm tannins and acidity

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2036

Optimal window

2026 to 2040

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window; still developing

Current condition

Youthful tannins and fresh acidity, balanced fruit concentration

Gattinara’s Nebbiolo grapes combine high tannins and acidity, which build structure to allow long-term aging. The 2020 vintage is tidy with excellent balance, supporting a peak drinking window starting around year 6 post-vintage extending into the mid-2030s.

Food pairing

Grilled red meats, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses, wild game, and truffle dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow aromas to open up, especially while young.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Cantine Nervi emphasizes water conservation and soil health, utilizes energy-efficient processes in production and packaging with lightweight bottles.

While lacking formal organic or biodynamic certification, Cantine Nervi adopts sustainability measures in vineyard and winery management, balancing environmental impact with quality. Packaging improvements and regional grape sourcing support a positive sustainability profile.