Gattinara DOCG Tre Vigne 2009 Travaglini

Travaglini is famous for its uniquely shaped bottle designed to catch sediment.Tre Vigne is produced from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from three different vineyards.Vintage 2009: A warm year, resulting in riper, fuller wines compared to the average in the area.Characteristics:Appearance: Garnet with orange hues, showing clear signs of evolution.Nose: Dried cherry, plum, dried rose, violet, with tertiary notes of tobacco, licorice, leather, and sweet spices.Palate: Firm tannins now softened with age, lively acidity typical of Nebbiolo from cooler climates, medium to full body, long and mineral finish.Ageing potential: The 2009 vintage is now at peak maturity, drinking beautifully, though top Gattinara can age for 15+ years.Food pairing: Ideal with braised meats, game, aged cheeses, or traditional Piedmontese dishes.