Variety: Nebbiolo 100%
92 points of James Suckling
Vinification: destemming & cold maceration for about 3 days, vinification in vertical French oak tonneau for some days with no temperature control. The cap was worked with regular punch-downs and manual “pump-overs”. Post-fermentation maceration for about 14 days.
Ageing: minimum 9 months in oak barrels
Tasting notes:
Colour: red granate
Bouquet: intense and characteristic
Taste: dry, full, harmonious
Recommended pairings: it goes well with local dishes based on truffles, red meat, seasoned / spicy cheeses.
The name: Lurens in Piedmontese language stands for Lorenzo (Laurens), a name connected with the laurel tree, symbol of wisdom and victory.