Nebbiolo Langhe DOC 2023 - Cascina Chicco

LANGHE NEBBIOLO – CASCINA CHICCO

Nebbiolo elegance shaped by the sandy soils of Roero.

Cascina Chicco’s Langhe Nebbiolo is crafted from carefully selected vineyards in the Roero, where sandy-calcareous soils and a temperate climate enhance the grape’s delicate nature and distinctive character.

Fermented in stainless steel at controlled temperatures and macerated on the skins, the wine then matures in oak barrels to gain structure and complexity. In the glass, it reveals a bright ruby red color and a layered bouquet of violet, morello cherry, and evolving spicy notes.

On the palate, it is full yet refined, with lively tannins and a persistent, graceful finish that honors the noble spirit of Nebbiolo.

Ideal occasions: excellent with roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses. Ideal for special dinners or festive gatherings, it offers a true taste of Piedmontese winemaking tradition.

This Nebbiolo briefly

Denomination: Langhe DOC
Vintage: 2023
Dosage: Dry
Grape variety: Nebbiolo
Region: Piedmont (IT), Canale (CN)
Refinement: Steel and oak barrels
Serving temperature: 14/16°C
Alcohol content: 14,5% vol.

Winery Chicco

Cascina Chicco manages over 50 hectares of vineyards, spread across some of the most renowned areas of Roero and the Langhe, including Canale, Vezza d’Alba, Castellinaldo d’Alba, Barbaresco, and Monforte d’Alba. For four generations, Cascina Chicco has embodied the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The Faccenda family has transformed an old farmhouse in the town of Canale into a cutting-edge winery, guided by a deep respect for the land. Vinification is tailored to each grape variety and the desired wine style. For white wines, the winery employs cryomaceration, a cold technique that enhances aromatic extraction, prevents oxidation, and brings out fresh, fruity notes. This process—cold maceration of the must with the skins—adds complexity, structure, and longevity to the wines. For red wines, longer macerations are used to achieve noble and delicate extractions. Aging follows in large oak casks and French oak barriques, highlighting the varietal and territorial character of each wine. This attention to detail continues in the underground cellar, a striking 5,000-square-meter space carved 28 meters deep into the hillside. Lined with terracotta bricks and gypsum crystals, it offers ideal conditions for aging—whether for traditional still wines or Metodo Classico sparkling wines made from Nebbiolo or Alta Langa grapes. Each label from Cascina Chicco reflects a distinct identity, shaped by vineyard work, enological sensitivity, and respect for time.