At a glance

Producer

La Spinetta

Region

Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$80-$120

Tasting profile

Fresh red cherry, rose petal, hints of tar and earth with bracing tannins.

Evolution: Fruit will deepen to black cherry and plum, with tertiary notes of leather, truffle, and tobacco developing over the next decade.

At peak: Complex layering of dark fruit, spices, savory herbal tones, and silky tannins with pronounced minerality.

Structure

Acidity

High, balanced

Tannins

Firm and gripping

Alcohol

14.0%-14.5%

Aging potential

20-25 years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2054

Optimal window

2026 to 2057

Current status

Approaching early maturity with structured tannins

Current condition

Youthful and tannic with primary fruit notes emerging

Nebbiolo from La Spinetta is known for its deep tannic structure and acidity, allowing prolonged aging. Ca' di Pian is crafted from top Cru vineyards giving it refined complexity and longevity, peaking after 6+ years and lasting 20+ years total.

Food pairing

Perfect with truffle risotto, braised beef, roasted game, and aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Serving

Serving temperature

18°C / 64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften firm tannins and allow aromatic complexity to open up.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

The estate employs organic and biodynamic viticulture practices, solar energy for winery operations, water recycling systems, and uses lightweight glass bottles to reduce packaging carbon footprint.

La Spinetta demonstrates strong commitment to environmental sustainability with biodynamic farming, renewable energy use, and conscious packaging choices. While international distribution contributes to carbon emissions, the producer’s local measures result in an overall high sustainability rating.