Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC - 499

Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC - 499With the Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC - 499 , a modern, characterful red wine from Piedmont shines in the glass, immediately drawing attention. Its bright ruby red displays a delicate purple hue that underlines the youthful nature of the Freisa grape variety. When swirled, a dense veil clings to the glass, promising excitement on the palate. On the nose, an intense yet clearly defined bouquet unfolds. Ripe blackberries meet juicy plums and red currants with fine acidity. Dark cherries, a hint of dried strawberry, and subtle floral notes reminiscent of violets join in. Spicy nuances of white pepper, a touch of licorice, and a hint of tobacco round off the aromatic impression. A fine earthy note and light minerality firmly anchor the fruit in the terroir of Langhe. On the palate, the Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC - 499 reveals a crisp, energetic structure. The dry vinification clearly brings the juicy red and dark berry fruit to the fore. Fresh currants and blackberries play with ripe plum, accompanied by notes of black cherry and a touch of pomegranate. The tannins are distinct, yet fine and ripe, with a slightly gripping texture. The acidity feels lively, creates drive, and ensures an inviting flow on the palate. The body is medium, clear, and straightforward, without heaviness, with a modern, precise character. In the long finish, dark berries, a hint of cocoa powder, a trace of herbal spice, and subtle roasted aromas from the large wooden cask linger. The Freisa grape shows its typical character: pronounced tannins, lively acidity, firm structure, and fragrant fruit. The modern interpretation by Azienda Agricola 499 combines this tradition with a clear, pure maturation in stainless steel tanks and large wooden casks. The origin in northern Italy’s Piedmont strongly shapes the style. A continental climate with warm days and cool nights promotes aromatic ripeness while preserving vibrant acidity. The hills of Langhe, with calcareous marl soils and clay content, provide depth, grip, and minerality. The Freisa vine shows particular tension on these soils and produces red wines with striking personality. The typical aromas of the Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC - 499 can be grouped as follows: Fruit: blackberry, plum, red currant, black cherry, a hint of pomegranate Spice: white pepper, licorice, fine tobacco, subtle herbal spice Floral notes: violet, light hints of rose Terroir: earthy nuances, delicate minerality, hints of dry leaves On the palate, the wine presents itself fresh, powerful, and clear. The crisp texture emphasizes the lively acidity, while the tannin provides backbone and bite. This makes this Freisa very suitable for connoisseurs who appreciate structure, grip, and depth in the glass. The style remains modern: clean fruit, moderate oak spice, clear contours. Those seeking the strengths of this wine can focus on the following points: Characterful Freisa typicity with an exciting tannin structure Fresh, juicy fruit and a crisp drive on the palate Modern vinification with a focus on clarity and drinking pleasure Plenty of structure with moderate alcohol and elegant depth The Burgundy bottle underlines the ambition and the fine yet powerful style. The DIAM cork closure ensures aromatic purity, free from TCA, and protects the clear fruit over several years of ageing. With around eight years of potential, this Freisa is suitable both for immediate enjoyment and for an exciting development in the bottle. Production of Coste dei Frei Freisa Langhe DOC by 499 The grapes for this wine come from selected sites in Piedmont, in the Langhe area. Gentle hills, slopes with different exposures, and soils of calcareous marl, clay, and sand shape the vines. During the day, abundant sunshine ensures aromatic ripeness of the Freisa grapes, while cool nights preserve freshness and acidity. Freisa is one of the traditional red varieties of Piedmont. By nature, it brings strong tannins, bright color, and fragrant fruit. For the Coste dei Frei, Azienda Agricola 499 relies on a varietal vinification as IGP Indicazione Geografica Protetta. This allows the grape variety to show its full spectrum without distraction. The harvest is selective, so that only ripe, aromatic grapes find their way into the cellar. An early to mid harvest date preserves the lively acidity while the core aromas of blackberry, plum, and currant fully develop. The grapes are brought to the cellar quickly and gently to keep the harvested fruit intact. Careful processing follows at the winery. After destemming, the must undergoes fermentation on the skins at a controlled temperature. The fermentation temperature remains in the medium range to extract color, fruit, and tannin in a targeted way without promoting harsh bitter substances. Several pump-overs of the must ensure gentle contact between juice and skins, slowly building up the crisp structure. After fermentation, the wine is drawn off from the skins. One part of the wine matures in...