Nebbiolo "Il Principle" Michele Chiarlo, Langhe DOC, IT, 2022

Michele Chiarlo, one of Piedmont’s most respected producers, brings us this elegant and approachable Langhe Nebbiolo with the "Il Principe" bottling. Sourced from vineyards in the Langhe region, this wine offers a preview of the complexity and character of Nebbiolo, without the aging requirements of Barolo or Barbaresco. The combination of Chiarlo’s traditional winemaking techniques and the exceptional terroir results in a Nebbiolo that is both refined and accessible. On the nose, "Il Principe" opens with classic Nebbiolo aromas of rose petals, red cherry, and raspberry, with underlying notes of anise, tobacco, and a hint of earth. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with firm but polished tannins and bright acidity, delivering flavors of wild strawberry, cranberry, and a touch of licorice. The wine’s structure is balanced by its freshness, and the finish is long with a lingering hint of spice and minerality.