At a glance

Producer

Trediberri

Region

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$40-$60

Tasting profile

Purple garnet color, aromas of cherry, rose petal, tar and subtle spices, firm tannic grip on palate with savory earthiness

Evolution: Over 5-10 years, tannins will soften and tertiary notes of leather, truffle, and dried herbs will develop

At peak: Complex bouquet with intense fruit melded with elegant secondary and tertiary aromas, smooth texture

Structure

Acidity

High and balanced

Tannins

Firm and structured

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

25-35 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2045

Optimal window

2026 to 2048

Current status

Approaching early maturity

Current condition

Still evolving with good tannic structure and acidity

The Nebbiolo grape's natural high acidity and firm tannins along with Barolo's terroir and winemaking style create wines that require considerable bottle aging to reach their aromatic and textural peak. A high-quality 2020 vintage with good structure fits this profile, showing optimal drinking window starting in mid to late 2020s and lasting over a decade.

Food pairing

Ideal with rich dishes like braised beef, truffle risotto, game meats, aged cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano, and hearty mushroom dishes.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and open up complex aromas

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Focus on water conservation and limited use of pesticides; use of natural yeasts in fermentation; partial use of renewable energy

Trediberri practices sustainable viticulture with careful management of vineyard inputs and natural yeast fermentation. While not fully organic or biodynamic, the producer minimizes chemical inputs and follows water conservation strategies. Packaging uses recyclable materials, but carbon footprint is increased modestly by international export logistics.