Malvira

PIEMONTE Roero

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Roberto and Massimo

A beautiful estate on the hills outside the ancient town of Canale, run by brothers Massimo and Roberto Damonte and their wives Federica and Patrizia, Malvira began production under their father in the 1950s.  Malvira was one of the first vineyards in Piemonte to recognize the importance of Arneis by creating special Crus for their Arneis vines, identifying and designating the hillsides providing the best growing conditions for this indigenous varietal. It shows in the glass from the fragrant aromas wafting upward to the rich mouth feel and complex flavors that hit the palate.

The Nebbiolo wines produced by Malvira, especially the Superiore, have garnered high praise in the press both in Italy and the US. Basically Barolos from the wrong side of the Tanero River they have a grace and elegance not always found in their big brothers on the “right” bank.

Malvira’s wine labels, using symbols displaying a wheel from the tarot deck, stay close to the tradition that began with the Conti Roero family coat of arms.

 MALVIRA PIEMONTE Roero (EU organic)
Roero Arneis Passito NV “Renesium” (375 ml) Dried grapes, Botrytis. Perfect way to end your meal; clean finish, not too sweet, just right; flavor of creme brulee and then some!
Birbet Brand new expression – more charmat, “mushroom” cork and cage; Brachetto grape; excellent balance,  low alcohol, frizzante, strawberry/rhubarb – great for breakfast! And the end of the day with charcuterie IMH very subjective O.
Roero Arneis Vino Spumante “Rive Gauche” “Left Bank” of the Tanero River. Green apple; bone dry but rich and creamy on the palate; take me to the raw bar!
Roero Arneis DOCG “Little rascal;” Classic style; Savory; touch of hops, sage maybe. Ancient varietal; Malvira’ was one of the first to give Arneis its due many years ago starting with the soil and the vines.
Roero Arneis Saglietto Single vineyard; 50% steel, 50% double barrique; balanced, not oaky, a rich, luxurious mouthful for rich foods and cheese
Roero Arneis Trinita DOCG Single vineyard; 80% steel aged, 20% double barrique; 89pts Wine Adv; Slow Wine Award; this wine will live forever unless you drink it first!  I would!
Langhe Favorita Related to Vermentino from Sardegna; aromatic, savory; great for soups and veggies
Langhe Bianco Sauvignon 100% Sauvignon Blanc; so Sauvignon, so Piemonte, sosooo good!
Langhe Treuve 60% Chardonnay, 20% Arneis 20% Sauvignon; the best of the best. Made to last but I want to drink it at any age.
Barbera D’Alba “gimme lamb, lotsa lamb under starry skies above;” this wine is not fenced in!
Langhe Nebbiolo Distinguished by firm tannins, high acidity and distinctive aroma – often described as “tar and roses”. Large barrel aging. Medium body, bright, but full flavored especially when it’s young. The longer it sits the more it has to say
Langhe Nebbiolo (375 ml)  
Langhe San Guglielmo Single vineyard blend of Barbera, Nebbiolo, Bonarda Piemontese; a beautiful mouthful of Piemonte; just getting started on a very long life.
Roero Riserva “Mombeltramo” 100% Nebbiolo Riserva; single vineyard, Tre Bicchieri winner; structure, restraint; full of flavor that lingers on and on
Roero Riserva DOCG “Trinita”  
Barolo DOCG DOCG La Morra. Large barrel aging leading to aromas of cured meat, underbrush, toast, menthol and plum. The palate shows black cherry, vanilla and mocha; dancing fresh acidity.