About this wine
Bottled under the Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC — a more accessible sibling appellation to Barolo and Barbaresco — Tardiss is Abrigo Fratelli's varietal Nebbiolo from vineyards around Diano d'Alba, Novello and Sinio. It is aged in wood (a mix of used oak casks and French barriques) for about 12 months, then rests at least 6 months in bottle before release, giving it Nebbiolo's classic aromatic lift with a gentler tannic profile than the estate's Barolo.
A friendlier way into Nebbiolo than Barolo — same aromatic character, softer tannins, easier to enjoy sooner.
Sommelier's Note
"If you want to understand what Nebbiolo tastes like before committing to a Barolo price tag, this is the bottle to reach for."
Food Pairings
Versatile with roasted poultry, veal, mushroom risotto and semi-aged cheeses.
When to drink it
Everyday special dinners, introducing guests to Piedmontese Nebbiolo
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $20-25 (estimate based on comparable Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC bottlings; not currently confirmed distributed in Japan)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo. Aged approx. 12 months in a mix of used oak casks and French barriques, followed by a minimum of 6 months in bottle.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this the same grape as Barolo?
- Yes — it's 100% Nebbiolo, the same grape used in Barolo and Barbaresco, but bottled under the more approachable Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC with a lighter oak regime.
- How does it compare to Abrigo Fratelli's Barolo?
- It shares the same aromatic violet-and-red-fruit character but with softer tannins and a shorter aging requirement, making it approachable earlier.
- What does 'Tardiss' refer to?
- It is the proprietary name Abrigo Fratelli uses for its Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC bottling.
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ディアーノ・ダルバ DOCG
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RedDolcetto
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ディアーノ・ダルバ DOCG スペリオーレ「ピエトリン」
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