Elio Grasso - Langhe Nebbiolo "Gavarini" 2023 (750ml)
Price: $42.99
| Producer | Elio Grasso |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Sku | 202824 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Elio Grasso Description
The Elio Grasso Estate, located in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, has 42 hectares of land of which 24 are forests and meadows that surround the 18 hectares of vineyards. The vineyards owned by the Grasso family are the estate’s greatest assets. The area where they are located has always been considered outstanding wine country, as is demonstrated by the inclusion of our holdings in the map of the finest vineyards drawn up by the great historian, Lorenzo Fantini, in the early 20th century.
In the early 1980s we decided to go back to our origins as grape growers, well aware that our work did not stop at the end of the row of vines. We had no illusions that we were inventing anything: we merely wanted to comply with the best in the traditions and work of our predecessors, without any preconceived ideas. The first logical consequence was the decision, from 1978, to vinify and bottle separately grapes from our various vineyards.
Recognising the overriding need to respect and enhance the unique characteristics of the vineyards, we look on these terroir, as well-aspected hillsides are called around here, as magical places where we can rediscover our own roots.
Wine Advocate: 91 Points
Here is a pretty and easy-drinking expression from Elio Grasso. Made in stainless steel only, the 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo Gavarini shows redcurrant, blood orange and a hint of spicy white pepper. This easy-drinking wine offers good freshness and zesty fruit flavors in the near term. Pair it with a simple roast chicken.
Vinous: 89 Points
The 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo Gavarini is a fine entry-level offering. Kirsch, strawberry, cedar, mint and chalk are very nicely delineated. This tasty Langhe Nebbiolo is charming right out of the gate.
