What kind of wine is Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda

The Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda is a Piedmontese white wine born in the heart of the Langhe, a hilly area famous for the quality of its vines. It is made from 100% Rhine Riesling grapes, a variety of German origin that finds an ideal habitat in the Langhe thanks to the cool climate and mineral-rich soils. The result is a white wine with a fresh, aromatic, and distinctly mineral profile, capable of expressing elegance and great personality.

Vintage Details

2021 was a year characterized by a balanced summer and significant temperature fluctuations between day and night, a factor that favored the development of intense aromas and perfect grape ripening. The harvest, carried out by hand towards the end of September, allowed for the selection of healthy grapes rich in aromatic substances, guaranteeing the wine extraordinary vibrancy and complexity.

Winemaking and Aging

The vinification of Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda follows a careful process that respects the fruit. After a soft pressing, the must ferments slowly in steel tanks at a controlled temperature to preserve the varietal aromas. The wine then rests for about twelve months on its fine lees (a technique that gives greater body and structure, thanks to contact with the yeasts), before completing its refinement with another 12-15 months in the bottle. There is no wood aging, to maintain the varietal purity of the Riesling.

Tasting Notes

The Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda expresses a fine and modern personality, combining freshness and minerality in perfect balance.

Color

Visually, it presents a brilliant straw yellow with slight greenish hues, a sign of youth and vitality.

Nose

The bouquet is intense and refined, dominated by notes of citrus, green apple, and white peach, accompanied by a slight mineral scent and floral nuances of hawthorn and acacia.

Taste

On the palate, it is lively and harmonious, characterized by a crisp freshness and a marked sapidity that enhances its drinkability. The long and clean finish leaves a pleasant mineral trail in the mouth that invites the next sip.

What dishes to pair with Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda

This Piedmontese Riesling lends itself to numerous pairings thanks to its balance and freshness. It is ideal for accompanying:

• Seafood appetizers and fish carpaccio
• Crustaceans and mollusks, such as shrimp or scallops
• Vegetarian dishes based on grilled vegetables or vegetable risottos
• Fresh and goat cheeses

Also perfect as an elegant aperitif, it is a wine that wins over with its versatility and discreet elegance.

Storage and Aging

To best preserve its aromas and freshness, it is important to know how to store Langhe DOC Riesling 'Marin' 2021 - Fontanafredda wine. It is recommended to keep it in a cool, dark place with a constant temperature (between 10° and 14°C), and with the bottle lying down to keep the cork moist. Although it can evolve positively for a few years, this Riesling expresses the best of its vibrancy within 2-3 years of the harvest, when its acidity and minerality are still vibrant and perfectly balanced.