Nervi-Conterno Vigna Valferana Gattinara 2019

Nervi-Conterno Vigna Valferana Gattinara 2019 is a stunning expression of high-altitude Nebbiolo from the northern reaches of Piedmont. This single-vineyard bottling marries the finesse of cool-climate fruit with the depth and structure that serious collectors look for. Compared with the 2020, the 2019 shows an extra notch of intensity, tannin and drive, wrapped around pure, red-toned fruit.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2019 Vigna Valferana Gattinara shows a luminous garnet core with classic Nebbiolo transparency, fading to brick-tinged edges that hint at its future evolution. The nose is lifted and precise: bright red cherry and wild strawberry are layered with blood orange zest, rose petals, cinnamon, sweet spice and a touch of new leather. On the palate, this is tightly woven and elegantly powerful. Juicy red fruit and citrus notes are supported by a firm, fine-grained tannic backbone and vibrant acidity, giving the wine both tension and length. Subtle earthy and mineral undertones emerge with air, together with hints of tea leaf and spice. The structure here is built for the long haul: while already compelling with a good decant, this 2019 should age beautifully for 15–20 years or more, gaining complexity and silkier texture over time.

Production
Vigna Valferana is one of Gattinara’s historic crus, planted on steep, poor, volcanic porphyry soils that naturally limit yields and give Nebbiolo (locally called Spanna) its signature minerality and tension. The continental, Alpine-influenced climate brings warm days but cool nights, preserving acidity and aromatic clarity. Grapes are typically harvested by hand, parcel by parcel, to ensure optimal ripeness and careful selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, Nervi-Conterno follows a traditional, low-intervention approach: extended maceration on the skins extracts fine tannins and color, and the wine is then aged in large neutral oak botti, allowing slow, graceful development without masking the purity of fruit or the character of the terroir.

Food & Serving
This Gattinara is a natural partner for refined but flavorful dishes: think truffle-infused risotto, tajarin with butter and sage, braised veal shank, lamb shoulder, roast game birds or mushroom-driven dishes. Mature hard cheeses such as aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Castelmagno are also excellent matches. Serve at 16–18°C (around 60–64°F) in large Burgundy or Nebbiolo stems to let the aromatics fully open. Decanting is strongly recommended in its youth—give it 1–2 hours for current drinking, and up to 3 hours if you prefer the tannins more resolved.

Producer
Nervi is the oldest registered winery in Gattinara, founded in 1906, and has long been considered a reference point for this small but prestigious appellation in northern Piedmont. In 2018, the estate entered a new chapter when it was acquired by Roberto Conterno of the famed Barolo producer Giacomo Conterno, and the wines have since been released under the Nervi-Conterno name. This union brought world-class know-how in traditional Nebbiolo vinification to Gattinara while preserving the estate’s historic vineyards, including crus like Valferana and Molsino. Today, Nervi-Conterno is widely recognized as a standard-bearer for Gattinara, showcasing the region’s capacity to produce Nebbiolo wines of remarkable elegance, longevity and terroir transparency.

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