Ceretto 'Bernardina' Nebbiolo d'Alba 2018
Primary flavours
Black Cherry
Cranberry
Orange
Pomegranate
Sour Cherry
Anise
Black Tea
Dried Leaves
Liquorice
Rose
Tar
Violet
Details
Crafted from a certified organic vineyard just outside the famous Barolo zone (aka Nebbiolo heartland), this beautiful red is a Goldilocks wine—it has all of the truffled cherry spice that Piedmont Nebbiolo is famous for, with just the right amount of grippy tannins. Medium bodied, super savoury and earthen, with grippy tannins, the freshness is only helped by maturation in all old oak, which means it's all fruit, all the time.
The Ceretto family has been making wine in the hills of Piedmont, northern Italy, since the 1930s. Yet this restless producer seems to have really hit top gear in the last 25 years, with a swaggering range of modern Italian wine classics. Certified organic since 2015, and with famed Australian winemaker Dave Fletcher in the winery, Ceretto has made a reputation not just on the famed Langhe Nebbiolo, Barbera & Dolcetto red wines but also with delicious Arneis and a superstar moscato. The family now has four wineries in different corners of the Piedmont region, plus a Michelin-starred restaurant in the town of Alba (because winemakers need to eat).
The Ceretto family has been making wine in the hills of Piedmont, northern Italy, since the 1930s. Yet this restless producer seems to have really hit top gear in the last 25 years, with a swaggering range of modern Italian wine classics. Certified organic since 2015, and with famed Australian winemaker Dave Fletcher in the winery, Ceretto has made a reputation not just on the famed Langhe Nebbiolo, Barbera & Dolcetto red wines but also with delicious Arneis and a superstar moscato. The family now has four wineries in different corners of the Piedmont region, plus a Michelin-starred restaurant in the town of Alba (because winemakers need to eat).
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with low acidity, some fruitiness, high tannins, high alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Langhe
country
Italy
Grape type
Nebbiolo
Wine Maker
Ceretto
Alcohol
14%
Vintage
2018
Cellar period
10-20 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Organic
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
State
Piedmonte
Pairing guide
Nebbiolo wines are widely regarded as among the very best of Italy’s esteemed produce, and with bottles like this one from Ceretto Bernardina, it’s not hard to see why. It’s a natural pairing for the kind of homely, hearty food those Italians do so well - everything from bolognese and other ragu dishes to pizza, roast leg of lamb, beef ribs in gravy and rich pork stews will work an absolute treat with this wine. Tuscan bean dishes, sweet potato and root vegetables, and cured meats like pepperoni will also hit the spot perfectly.
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Food
Slow Cooked Pork
Red Meat
Mushrooms
Tastes
Salty
Fatty
Moods
Adventurous
Contemplative
Seasons
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Langhe, Italy
Langhe is a wine region located in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy, known for producing some of the country's finest wines, including Barolo and Barbaresco. The region is characterized by its rolling hills and fertile soils, which provide ideal growing conditions for the Nebbiolo grape, the key variety used in the production of Barolo and Barbaresco. Langhe has a rich winemaking tradition, dating back to the medieval period, and is considered one of Italy's most important wine regions. The wines produced here are known for their complex flavours and elegant structure, making them highly sought after by wine enthusiasts and collectors alike. With its stunning landscapes and world-renowned wines, Langhe is a must-visit destination for any wine lover looking to experience the best Italian winemaking.
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