Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019

Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 is a radiant, finely etched expression of Alto Piemonte Nebbiolo, showcasing the more delicate, understated side of this historic appellation. With its silk-smooth tannins, lifted aromatics, and pinpoint precision, it has already been hailed as a knockout vintage by critics, despite a significant reduction in production. Made from Nebbiolo grown on Gattinara’s famed volcanic slopes, this wine marries classical structure with a striking sense of purity and elegance.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2019 Gattinara shows a luminous, translucent ruby garnet hue typical of high-quality Nebbiolo from the north of Piedmont. The nose is vibrant and expressive, with notes of red cherry, wild strawberry, blood orange zest, rose petals, violet, and hints of dried herbs, liquorice, and crushed stone. Subtle nuances of spice and tobacco emerge with air, underscoring its refinement rather than sheer power. On the palate, this wine is all about grace and precision. The tannins are exceptionally fine and silky, giving the wine a flowing, almost weightless texture while maintaining impressive structure. Flavours of tart red berries, pomegranate, sour cherry, and orange peel unfold over a core of saline, volcanic minerality, supported by fresh, mouthwatering acidity. The finish is long, scented, and beautifully poised, promising excellent development in bottle. While already alluring in its youth, the 2019 has the balance and concentration to age gracefully for 15–20 years or more under proper cellaring.

Production
The fruit for Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 comes from estate vineyards rooted in Gattinara’s distinctive, iron-rich volcanic porphyry soils, which lend the wine its hallmark tension, perfume, and mineral backbone. The cooler Alto Piemonte climate, tempered by Alpine breezes, allows Nebbiolo to ripen slowly, preserving aromatic lift and natural acidity. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness, with strict selection in the vineyard and at the winery to ensure only the best clusters make it into the final blend. Vinification follows a traditional, detail-focused approach: extended maceration on the skins to gently extract colour, tannin, and aroma; followed by long aging in large neutral oak botti, allowing the wine to harmonise and develop complexity without overt oak influence. In 2019, yields were notably reduced—around 35% less production—further concentrating the character of the wine.

Food & Serving
This Gattinara is a superb match for refined yet flavourful dishes such as veal or pork roast, grilled lamb, game birds, mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, and mature hard cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano or aged Pecorino. Its vibrant acidity and fine tannins also pair beautifully with earthy preparations featuring porcini, root vegetables, or braised meats. For optimal enjoyment, serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F). Decanting for 1–2 hours in its youth helps the aromatics blossom and the tannins soften; older bottles can be handled more gently, with a brief decant primarily to remove sediment.

Producer
Nervi is the oldest continuously operating winery in Gattinara, with roots dating back to the 19th century, and in recent years it has entered a new era under the stewardship of Roberto Conterno of the legendary Giacomo Conterno estate in Barolo. Renamed Nervi-Conterno, the estate has quickly become a benchmark for Alto Piemonte, marrying historic vineyards and traditional methods with meticulous, modern precision. Its holdings on Gattinara’s prime volcanic slopes are among the most highly regarded in the region, and since the Conterno acquisition the wines have gained international acclaim for their purity, finesse, and ageworthiness—helping to cement Gattinara’s reputation as one of Italy’s great terroirs for Nebbiolo.

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