Ruby gleams with restless energy as the 2023 Capisme-e bursts from the glass, pure, electric Nebbiolo with nothing to hide and everything to say. This is Langhe stripped down to its essence: fragrant berries, mountain herbs, and the salty breath of Piedmontese soil. Made to be understood, not idolised, Capisme-e speaks in a direct dialect, one of fruit, freshness, and soul.
Product Details:
- Winemaker: Oscar Arrivabene
- Appellation: Langhe DOC
- Varietal: 100% Nebbiolo
- Farming Practices: Close to nature
- Vineyard Area: San Pietro Cru, Monforte d’Alba
- Vine Age: Approx. 20 years
- Yield: 42 hl/ha
- Vinification: Indigenous yeast fermentation, 5–7 days maceration on skins
- Aging: 10 months in stainless steel and amphora
- Alcohol: 14.0% vol
- Closure: Natural cork
- Aging Potential: Drink now through 2028
- Residual Sugar: 1.18 g/L
- Allergens: Contains sulphites
Sensory Description:
Brilliant ruby in the glass, Capisme-e opens with lifted aromas of cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, threaded with hints of wild herbs, rose petal, and crushed spice. The palate is fruit-forward and lithe, delivering red berry vibrancy framed by supple tannins and vivid acidity. A vein of salinity and savory herb adds depth to its juicy core, finishing with freshness and clarity. This is Nebbiolo in its most immediate and drinkable form, authentic, transparent, and utterly charming.
Winemaker's Background:
Domenico Clerico began his winemaking journey in 1976 in Monforte d’Alba, quickly rising to prominence as a member of the influential “Barolo Boys.” His vision fused deep Langhe tradition with a modern drive for expression and precision. Today, the estate is led by winemaker Oscar Arrivabene, who continues to steward outstanding vineyard holdings in Ginestra, Pajana, Mosconi, and Bussia. Clerico’s wines are rooted in the conviction that true quality begins in the vineyard; each cuvée is a direct channel of terroir, crafted with minimal intervention and maximum integrity.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve at 60–64 °F (16–18 °C). This bright, unoaked Nebbiolo pairs beautifully with herb-roasted chicken, pork loin with balsamic reduction, or mushroom risotto. It’s equally at home beside salumi, grilled vegetables, or aged Alpine cheeses. Designed for spontaneous enjoyment, Capisme-e thrives in casual settings with soulful cooking and good company.
With Langhe Nebbiolo Capisme-e 2023, Domenico Clerico invites you into the heart of Monforte d’Alba through a lens that’s both approachable and profound. This is Nebbiolo as it wants to be known, vivid, grounded, and gloriously alive.
