Nebbiolo is the grape variety that produce the very top-quality red wines of Piedmont, in northwestern Italy, and most probably some of the most intriguing wines of all Italy. The most notable are the famous DOCG (highest rank for an Italian wine) of Barolo and Barbaresco.

Nebbiolo wines are distinguished by their firm tannins, high acidity and distinctive scent – often described as "tar and roses". Another characteristic, visible only over time, is their tendency to lose colour and fade to garnet as they age.

Nebbiolo can also produce great quality wines at DOC level (just below the DOCG) such as Nebbiolo d’Alba produced in the communality of Alba in the Roero region.
Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC has to be 100% Nebbiolo, and must be aged for 12 months prior to release.

Nebbiolo d'Alba Boschi dei Signori 2014 @ £12.95

This is a rich, lovely example and is matured for 18 months in Slovenian barrels prior to release.

The nose shows notes of dark cherry, tar and forest floor. The palate is intense with ripe berries plus leather and burnt toffee flavours. The acidity is great and tannins are firm yet not aggressive.

This can be enjoyed with full-flavoured dishes such as duck, truffle risotto or blue cheese burger.

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