Tortoniano is named for the tortonian-era (9 million years ago) soils in which the vines are planted, rich in microelements such as magnesium and manganese. Grape clusters are thinned and harvested up to 15 days later than usual for the fruit to attain a higher concentration. Temperatures are strictly controlled during vinification and the wine is aged for two years in large oak casks and one year in bottle before release.

92 Points
Wine Spectator
2018 vintage
92 Points
jamessuckling.com
2019 vintage
Tasting Note

Garnet color with brilliant luminous hues. The nose is inviting and complex with notes of rose petals, juniper berries and fine spices. Elegant with ample structure and silky tannins, and a long finish.

Food Pairing

Mushroom pasta, fowl, matured cheeses

Unique Selling Points
  • Named after the tortonian-era soils (9 MM years old) in which the vines are planted
  • Grapes from select vineyards that the Chiarlo family has worked with for generations
  • Matured two years in oak barrels and one year in bottle before release

About the Grape

Nebbiolo
Young Nebbiolo can be tough, acidic and tannic; but mature, its blackberry and wild cherry flavors and aromas develop complex and sublime violet, rose petal, truffle and tar notes.
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