Nervi is the oldest continuously operating winery in Gattinara, comprising 28.5 hectares spread across some of the region's finest crus. The winery was founded in 1906 by Italo Nervi. The Nervi family built the estate's reputation and ran it continuously until 1991, when a steel magnate named Germano Bocciolone purchased the estate. Twenty years later, a group of Norwegian investors led by a passionate wine collector, Erling Astrup, acquired the winery. Astrup sought to improve Nervi's quality and sought advice from his longtime friend Roberto Conterno. In 2018, the group decided to sell the winery and, wanting to ensure it was in good hands, decided it best to offer it to Roberto Conterno first.
The grapes come from Gattinara's finest vineyards: Molsino and Valferana. These vineyards lie at an altitude of 290 to 420 meters. The soils are of volcanic origin and therefore rich in minerals and clay. Once the grapes are perfectly ripe, they are harvested entirely by hand. The grapes are then destemmed in the winery and gently crushed. To achieve the desired color complexity, the skins are removed only after about eight hours. Fermentation then follows in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation takes place in concrete vats. The wine is aged for four months on the lees to acquire that extra touch of creaminess.
The Rosato from Nervi Conterno has a light coral pink color in the glass. Immediately, we can savor aromas of flowers, red berries, and herbs. The palate reveals ripe nectarine, melon, and wild cherry with a hint of citrus zest and some summer herbs. These are complemented by fresh acidity and fine tannins. It is soft and well-rounded, beautifully composed, and above all, elegant. Delicious as an aperitif, with salads, or light meat dishes.
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