2024 Grasso, Silvio - Langhe Nebbiolo DOC (750ml)

Bottled under Langhe DOC regulations, Silvio Grasso’s 2024 Nebbiolo follows the 2024 Piedmont harvest timeline designed for extended hang-time phenolic development. The 750ml volume delivers concentrated sour cherry, pomegranate, and dried thyme notes supported by a structured tannic framework and crisp acidity. Young Nebbiolo requires active oxygenation to integrate; pour this bottling into a wide-bowl glass and decant for 20 to 30 minutes before serving. The mid-palate remains tightly wound, transitioning to a saline, mineral-fueled finish that responds well to early cellaring or controlled breathing sessions.

High acid levels and restrained alcohol extraction make this wine functionally compatible with fatty, savory preparations that require structural counterbalance. Recommended pairings include:

• Wild boar ragù or slow-braised pork shoulder
• Porcini and sage risotto finished with aged pecorino romano
• Semi-hard Piedmontese cheeses such as Castelmagno or Strachitunt
• Handmade tagliatelle tossed with butter, sage, and shaved black truffle

Serve between 16°C and 18°C to preserve volatile aromatic compounds and maintain tannic cohesion. After opening, reseal with a vacuum or inert-gas stopper and refrigerate to preserve structural integrity within four days.