Fontanafredda, Langhe Nebbiolo (Piedmont, Italy) 2013

Fontanafredda has done extremely well with this relatively affordable rendering of Nebbiolo in 2013.  Medium-bodied, with fruit that is both bright but also savory and enduringly interesting, it is exceptionally versatile with food.  Energetic acidity will help it to work well with lighter foods, whereas grippy tannins will help it stand up to red meat dishes.  Pure red fruit notes help to tie everything together, with just a little whisper of Nebbiolo sweetness buffering the tannins.  Very well done.