La Casaccia “Monfiorenza” Freisa 2022
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Andy says the varietal is a less tannic and lighter Nebbiolo
Decanter says Freisa is the wild and more rustic kin of one
of the world’s greatest cultivars, Nebbiolo. An ancient variety found
in Italy’s northwestern region of Piedmont, particularly around Chieri,
the Monferrato, and the Langhe, Freisa is the closest relative to Nebbiolo, aside from Nebbiolo Rosé
Genetic studies (Schneider, Boccacci, Torello et al, 2004) show that Freisa and Nebbiolo share a parent-offspring connection and, according to Ian D’Agata, author of Italy’s Native Wine Grape Terroirs, Freisa is more likely Nebbiolo’s parent! This would explain their similarities, from the light ruby hue of their wines, to high tannins and acidity which lend to the wine’s ability to age. Give Freisa 10-12 years and it’s almost indistinguishable to Nebbiolo,’ says D’Agata. Like Nebbiolo, it is capable of producing a mesmerisingly perfumed wine of great structure.