Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore San Sebastiano 2023

Cascina Penna Currado

Nebbiolo d'Alba Superiore San Sebastiano
2023

$90.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 14.50
Product code
15536684
Format
6 x 750ml
Listing type
Private import
Status
Unavailable
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$76.00
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Denominaz.Orig. Protatta (DOP)
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Nebbiolo d'Alba
Varietal(s)
Nebbiolo 100 %
Alcohol percentage
14,5%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Closure type
Cork
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About this winery

Langa is our territory, where our roots date back to the 19th century. Cascina Penna-Currado is our family project, which involves us completely, a dream come true, on a human scale, with an eye toward the future. We are located on the Serralunga d'Alba ridge, within a farmhouse that exudes history and beauty, fundamental elements that have been preserved and brought to light.

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Product notes

San Sebastiano, Monforte d'Alba. Aged 15 to 65 years, the vineyards surround a chapel dedicated to Saint Sebastian, covering the south, east and west slopes of a charming little hamlet.

Production notes

Thanks to the altitude and cool breezes in this area near Monforte d’Alba, the Nebbiolo grapes ripen slowly and gradually until late in the season, ideally paving the way for the development of rich aromas and fine tannins. Nebbiolo thrives in vineyards with significant temperature variations and cooler nights, so the conditions here give rise to outstanding phenolic ripeness. Five days of cold maceration are followed by 15 days of simple, traditional and non-invasive primary fermentation, then 24 days of postfermentation submerged-cap maceration. The malolactic fermentation is spontaneous. After a period of 12 months of barrel ageing, the wine is bottled the following spring.

Tasting notes

A deep garnet-red robe. On the nose, aromas of raspberries, cherries, and wild strawberries give way to a more complex finish with notes of rose and violet. The palate is silky and elegant, with touches of crisp red fruit and citrus. Silky, enveloping tannins blend with lively acidity, creating a perfect balance that pleasantly prolongs the finish. Pairs well with veal chop with mushrooms.

Press reviews

James Suckling

- 95 points -

James Suckling, January 2026 (Vintage 2023)

An amazing nebbiolo with complex aromas of restrained Parma violets, blood oranges, red cherries and a hint of licorice. Medium-bodied, chewy and crisp, with a polished palate, great balance and savory depth. Drink now.

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Vinous

- 93 points -

Antonio Galloni, September 2025 (Vintage 2023)

The 2023 Nebbiolo d’Alba San Sebastiano hails from older vines at Bricco Lago and saw the longer aging required by the appellation. From cask, it is a gorgeous and promising wine. Dark varietal fruit, graphite, lavender, sage and spice soar from the glass. Bright acids and veins of tannin shape this vibrant, wonderfully salivating Nebbiolo. I can’t wait to taste it from bottle.

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Wine Spectator

- 91 points -

Bruce Sanderson, January 2026 (Vintage 2023)

A rich, plummy red, this boasts plum, cherry, pomegranate, earth and menthol flavors. Well-structured, with a fine balance overall and a firm grip of tannins on the finish. Best from 2029 through 2046. 4,800 cases made.

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