La Trava Langhe Nebbiolo

Description

In 1999, Giorgio and Maria Grazia realized their dream of fixing up an old farmhouse and starting a winery, giving life to La Trava. Focusing on a method of simplicity, the Grazia family keeps to traditional farming methods with minimal environmental impact and is dedicated to respecting the land that has produced fine grapes for many years. They kicked off with their first vintage of Moscato in 2000. When daughter Manuela took over the winery's management in 2010, she devoted herself to preserving the integrity of traditional grapes grown in the area and introduced La Trava’s first vintage of Nebbiolo in 2011. The family has since expanded operations planting additional grape varieties such as Favorita, Arneis, Dolcetto and Barbera but keeps their original Moscato vines as a reminder of how the family operation started. Typically used in Barolo and Barbaresco, this Nebbiolo is made in a younger, more approachable style. Drink now or over the next 5 years at 18°C.

Pairing

Pair with artisanal Gorgonzola or Taleggio cheese, arancini, rabbit stew or porchetta roast.