Gabriele Scaglione 'Tutto Dipende da Dove Vuoi Andare' Langhe Rosso, Piedmont, Italy

A hush settles over the Langhe hills as dusk paints the vineyards in deep red and gold, an atmosphere perfectly echoed in the 2017 Gabriele Scaglione Tutto Dipende da Dove Vuoi Andare Langhe Rosso. Crafted with intention and patience, this wine reflects the philosophy behind its name: that every great journey begins with choosing the right direction. Here, Nebbiolo and Barbera come together with quiet power, shaped by time in large oak casks and further aging in bottle to reveal a soulful, expressive Piedmontese red.

Product Details:

• Winemaker/ Owner: Gabriele Scaglione
• Grape Varieties: Nebbiolo, Barbera (Dolcetto mentioned broadly but not in this cuvée)
• Alcohol: 13.5% ABV
• Production: Sustainable
• Soils: Typical Langhe clay-limestone
• Fermentation: Traditional red vinification
• Aging: 24 months in large 75 hL oak casks; 10–12 months in bottle

Sensory Description:

Deep red with garnet reflections, this Langhe Rosso unfolds with harmonious, ethereal aromatics, ripe dark cherry, dried plum, and crushed violets layered with subtle tobacco, spices, and warm earth. The palate is smooth and well-structured, carrying a richness that remains balanced from start to finish. Notes of black fruit, rose petal, and savory spice glide into a persistent, refined finish supported by fine, integrated tannins and gentle acidity.

Winemaker's Background:

Gabriele Scaglione’s philosophy is rooted in approachability, authenticity, and the belief that wine should inspire curiosity rather than intimidation. Working with sustainably farmed vineyards across the Langhe and Roero, he focuses on indigenous grapes including Nebbiolo, Barbera, Arneis, and Moscato. His hands-on approach from vine care to artistic label design- reflects a devotion to terroir and to expressing the subtle elegance of Piedmont. Each cuvée is crafted with precision, long élevage, and minimal intervention, allowing the character of the grapes and the land to shine.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 16–20°C (61–68°F) to reveal its full aromatic depth. Ideal with mushroom dishes, truffle pasta, roasted white or red meats, aged cheeses, grilled vegetables, and rich northern Italian fare. Its structure and elegance also make it a rewarding contemplative wine on its own at the end of the evening.

With its balance, depth, and slow-crafted charm, the 2017 Gabriele Scaglione “Tutto Dipende da Dove Vuoi Andare” Langhe Rosso is a wine that honors both tradition and the journey ahead, a bottle meant to be savor, reflected upon, and shared generously.