Noah Rossonoah 2021

Coste della Sesia, Piedmont, Italy

Noah Rossonoah is a wonderful red blend of Nebbiolo, Croatina, and Vespolina from Alto Piemonte. Andrea Mosca and Giovanna Pepe Diaz established NOAH, named after their son, Francesco Noah, in 2010 when, seeking to satisfy a mutual longing to work the land, they purchased 4.7 hectares of vineyards in and around the village of Brusnengo. Andrea, an architect by trade, gave up his practice as he and Giovanna committed themselves totally to their two “NOAHs”! They are currently renovating a farmhouse and cantina in Brusnengo where they will both live and produce their wines.

“Comprising 50% young-vines Nebbiolo, 40% old-vines Croatina, and 10% Vespolina, it is a perfect rendering of the Alto Piemonte in miniature. One senses the strict mineral discipline of Bramaterra’s volcanic rock, the savory beam of high-tension-wire fruit, and the high-toned aromatics fostered by these northerly slopes, yet its texture is supple and approachable, its structure friendly rather than imposing. Andrea employed a relatively brief 10-day maceration without excessive extraction in order to preserve the wine’s sense of freshness, with vinification occurring in stainless steel and aging taking place in large Slavonian cask for one year. The wine deftly balances serious terroir articulation,and the overall impression is one of lip-smacking resonance on the palate.”—Importer Neal Rosenthal

Enjoy Noah Rossonoah with osso buco, lasagna, veal chops and aged cheeses.