Cascina Pace - Nebbiolo 2020
Cascina Pace was established in 1934 when Bernardino Negro purchased the small farmhouse and surrounding lands in the rolling hills of Roero. Bernardino's son, Giovanni, took over the property and kept that wonderful land alive until he passed the reins over to his two sons, Dino and Pietro, in 1996. Today, the two brothers tend to 22 hectares of vines planted to the indigenous varietals: Barbera, Nebbiolo, Arneis, Favorita and Chardonnay. Dino and Pietro are the family's fourth generation of farmers, as agriculture is the main way to make a living in the region. The brothers decided to increase the estate's wine production and directed their focus to their best vineyards using minimal chemical intervention. Dino and Pietro craft true farmer's wines, ones that tell a genuine story of Roero.
Cascina Pace's Langhe Nebbiolo sits a bright ruby red in the glass. A deep inhale rewards you with fresh aromas of red berry fruits mixed with a hint of spice. On the palate, this Nebbiolo is dry, yet exhibits full, red-fruited flavor, supported by suave tannins and a vibrant acidity. The finish is full, long and lovely. This is an ideal pairing for a charcuterie board. For an authenitc pairing, try Carne Cruda di Fassona Battuta al Coltello, a raw beef tartare pounded flat by knife, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then finished with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
