Nebbiolo Rosato (Piemonte)
Nebbiolo Rosato is from Piemonte in North West Italy.
The local Nebbiolo grape is also used to make the famous reds Barolo and Barbaresco.
Typical Flavors
 Wild Strawberry |
 Pomegranate |
 Raspberry |
 Grapefruit. |
 Rose Petals |
 Violets |
 White Pepper |
 Minerals |
Nebbiolo Rosato is dry, crisp, floral and mineral. A great summer wine!
Profile
Nebbiolo Rosato is fresh, fruity and has a medium body:
| SUGAR | Dry | ||
| BODY | Medium | ||
| FRUIT | Medium-High | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium-High | ||
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About Nebbiolo Rosato
Nebbiolo Rosato is made with 100% Nebbiolo grapes, but is not as tannic as Nebbiolo wines such Barolo and Barbaresco.
Historically the Nebbiolo wines were originally vinified in a light Rosé version. So Nebbiolo Rosato is the original Nebbiolo. A similar history as Claret in Bordeaux.
The following DOCs produce Nebbiolo Rosato in Piemonte:
- Albugnano DOC
- Colline Novaresi DOC
- Coste della Sesia DOC