Nebbiolo d'Alba Mompissano DOC 2022 - Cascina Chicco

NEBBIOLO D’ALBA “MOMPISSANO” – CASCINA CHICCO

The nobility of Nebbiolo shaped by the sandy soils of Canale.

Cascina Chicco’s “Mompissano” is a Nebbiolo d’Alba born from one of Roero’s most prestigious vineyards in Canale. With ideal exposure and sandy-calcareous soils, this cru delivers a wine of finesse, structure, and aromatic depth.

Vinified in stainless steel at controlled temperatures and macerated on the skins, it is then aged in oak barrels to enhance complexity and elegance.

In the glass, it shows a bright garnet red. The nose is wide and inviting, with ripe cherry and raspberry, floral touches of rose and violet, and delicate hints of vanilla and licorice. On the palate, it is well-balanced and enveloping, with smooth tannins and vibrant freshness. The finish is long, harmonious, and flavorful.

Ideal occasions: excellent with traditional Piedmontese dishes like tajarin with meat ragù, Barolo-braised beef, and aged cheeses. Perfect for important dinners or quiet reflection.

This Nebbiolo d'Alba briefly

Denomination: Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC
Vintage: 2022
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.