2016 Langhe Freisa, Azienda Agricola 499, Piedmont

2016 Langhe Freisa, Azienda Agricola 499, Piedmont

A forgotten grape variety of the Langhe, this is one of the finest examples we’ve come across. Notes of fresh cranberry and cherries on the nose, with a hint of leaf and spice and wonderful purity on the finish. Such a charming wine.

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Langhe (DOC), Piedmont, Italy (North West), Italy
  • Grape
    Freisa
  • Maturity
    Mature 2018 - 2022info
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    13%
  • Classification
    DOC - Denominazione di Origine Controllata
Azienda Agricola 499

499 refers to the high altitude of the vineyards of this estate, which compares to an altitude of 213m in Barolo. It’s the brainchild of vineyard manager Gabriele Saffrio and winemaker Mario Andrion, who’s also winemaker of Castello di Verduno. Their focus is two forgotten varieties: Freisa and Moscato, and they seek to make the purest expression possible of these two grape varieties. They succeed with flying colours: these are two delicious wines, that offer almost unrivalled value for money.

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