The 2017 Nebbiolo d'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore is hitting the market as I write this review. The Giacosa family never made a Langhe Nebbiolo and instead focused their efforts on a site-specific expression of Nebbiolo to fill in the lower end of their portfolio. The 2017 Nebbiolo d'Alba Vigna Valmaggiore hails from an always over-performing site in Roero that is distinguished by floral notes and bright berry intensity. This hot vintage is more accessible and near term (compared to 2016); however, it offers plenty of that pretty floral intensity that makes Valmaggiore so special.

This aromatic red exhibits strawberry, cherry, white pepper and licorice scents. Earth and tobacco flavors chime in as this builds on the palate to a long, well-structured finish. Drink now through 2025. 875 cases made, 225 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Nebbiolo d'Alba Select to Add