2023 Noah RossoNooah Coste della Sesia Rosso

Bright and inviting, this 2023 RossoNoah from NOAH captures the soul of Alto Piemonte with elegance and vibrancy. Built from 50% young-vine Nebbiolo, 40% old-vine Croatina, and 10% Vespolina, it offers juicy red berry fruit, savory mineral tones and supple, approachable structure. The vinification is subtle—short maceration, stainless steel ferment, then one year in large Slavonian oak—so you get expressive character without over-extraction. Ideal as both a dinner red and a laid-back sip, it brings northern Italian hillside freshness with everyday drinkability.

Nose: A clear burst of wild cherry and raspberry, edged by fresh mint leaf and violet petals. There’s a fine seam of volcanic rock minerality underneath—texture you can sense before you taste.

Palate: The wine opens with lively acidity and bright crunchy red fruit—strawberry, sour cherry—while Croatina adds a fleshy core and Vespolina gives a hint of peppery spice. The body is medium, polished yet energetic.

Finish: Crisp and clean, with lingering cranberry zest, dried herbs and a thread of chalky minerality. Tannins are present but smooth—enough structure to satisfy, without stopping the flow.

Pair with roasted pork loin and sage, simple beef ragù over tagliatelle, or pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction. For a casual twist, grilled Italian sausages and peppers or a charcuterie board with aged Pecorino and prosciutto hit the mark too.