Cornarea Roero Nebbiolo

This is the king's wine from Cornarea, a true powerhouse made from whole Nebbiolo grapes from the Ruhr region. The grapes for this Italian red wine come from Cornarea's finest vineyard, which covers just two hectares. But let's begin with the history of Cornarea, because throughout the years, it has remained a famil... Read more
Vintage 2020
Size 0.75L
Grapes
Aromas & flavours
Plum Morello cherry Black fruit Violets Licorice Herbs Balsamic Balsamic
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How this wine tastes

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Flavour profile

Complexity
Complex & deep

Aromas & flavours

Grape & vineyard

Plum Morello cherry Black fruit

Winemaking & ageing

Violets Licorice Herbs Balsamic

Bottle ageing

Balsamic

From vineyard to bottle

The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.

This is the king's wine from Cornarea, a true powerhouse made from whole Nebbiolo grapes from the Ruhr region. The grapes for this Italian red wine come from Cornarea's finest vineyard, which covers just two hectares. But let's begin with the history of Cornarea, because throughout the years, it has remained a family winery. It was founded by a couple named Piero and Francesca, and a few years later, their sons Gian Nicola and Pierfranco joined them. Their wines are made with the utmost care and precision, and you can taste that. The winery, established in 1970, became famous for its white Arneis wine, which had previously been completely extinct in the region. Through a great deal of determination and flexibility, Arneis has made a full comeback, and the region is proud of that. But to return to this grand master, because that's what it is, we'll head to the left bank of the Tanaro River, where Cornarea's tiny vineyard is located.

The vineyard received a DOCG designation (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) in 2005, making it the third Nebbiolo DOCG in the Langa-Roero region, along with Barolo and Barbaresco. This red wine uses only the Nebbiolo grape from the historic Cornarea cru, owned by the company and located in Canale d'Alba. This city is the wine-producing capital of Roero, an area where Nebbiolo wine has been produced since ancient times. It is therefore the so-called "Barolo" of the Roero region, and we wholeheartedly agree. After being harvested by hand, this red wine is aged for an impressive 18 months in oak barrels. It develops into a true star, and the barrel aging process continues for another six months. The bottles are stored in the Cornarea cellars and only brought out when the wine is in peak condition.

Open it quickly because it always needs to be decanted. Upon decanting, we see a beautiful light red color with a brown hue. The aroma is complex, with a spicy note and a balsamic hint. It reveals aromas of plums, violets, morello cherry, and licorice. The palate is delightful, with plenty of black fruit and a rich spice. Full-bodied with an elegant structure and light tannins. A pleasant, fruity, and elegant wine with a refreshing finish.
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The wineryAzienda Agricola Cornarea Piedmont · Italy
Vintage 2020
The 2020 vintage in Piedmont achieved an outstanding score of 96 points in the Robert Parker Vintage Chart. The wines are of exceptional quality but are currently remarkably youthful and tannic.
Azienda Agricola Cornarea

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Buy or order Azienda Agricola Cornarea wine The complexity of Piedmont, captured in a perfect wine. That's what Cornarea represents.

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The wine

Red · Nebbiolo · 2020
Wine type
Red
Varietal(s)
Nebbiolo
Vintage
2020
Size
0.75 L
Alcohol content
12.0%
Closure
-

Origin & winery

Italy · Piedmont
Country
Italy
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
-

Terroir & maturation

18 months in oak barrels, followed by 6 months of bottle aging.
Soil
-
Maturation
18 months in oak barrels, followed by 6 months of bottle aging.
Oak aged
Yes
Single grape variety
Yes
Sparkling
No
Malolactic conversion
Yes
Taste style
Solid Red

Serving & cellaring

Stewed meat, Game, Aged cheeses
Ideal serving temperature
16° - 18°C
Drinking Window
2024–2032
Food Pairing
Stewed meat,
Game,
Aged cheeses

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