The Area

The “Langhe” is a wine-producing appellation of the Italian region of Piemonte. It extends into the lower Piedmont, between the provinces of Cuneo and Asti, and is full of incredible hilly and foggy landscapes. This area is famous for its calcareous-clayey soils that give the Langhe wines complexity and structure. The climate is continental, with long cold, snowy winters and hot summers, with significant temperature changes that allow excellent ripening of late grape varieties such as Nebbiolo.

The Wines

The Langhe wines are so high in quality because the terroir and climate are ideal for growing long-lived, acidic grapes. Langhe is a cold terroir because it is close to the glacier-topped Alps to the north. The appellation is often covered in a dense fog, particularly in the early morning. These conditions allow the grapes to develop high acidity, bold fruit flavours, and high tannins, which results in high-quality wines.

The best Langhe wines have high acidity and firm tannin; most age for exceptionally long periods. Some famous wines from the Langhe area are Barbera d’Alba, Barolo, and Barbaresco. However, not all the wines from this region are acidic and tannic. They also produce the round Dolcetto, the Arneis and the Friesa, which are lighter and softer wines.

Langhe is a historical area that is considered to be one of the most beautiful winemaking areas in Italy. The winemaking history of Lange goes back to Roman times as they brought development to the area and baptised the settlement Alba Pompeia. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the city was raided by the Burgundians in 490 and later by the Franks, Lombards, and Saracens. During the Middle Ages, conflict disturbed it, its inhabitants built numerous castles, and it became known as “the city of 100 towers”.

Fab Rides

Besides wine and other incredible local products like white truffles and chocolate, I recommend visiting the area for cycling and hiking. Visit Fab Rides if you want more information and advice for your next visit to Piedmont Langhe.

Special Offer Spring 2023 – Langhe Fab Wines

£200.00 – 12 Mixed Case – This offer includes the shipment in the UK. The regular price is £228.50.

• Barbera d’Alba Vigna Basarin – 2019 1 × 
• Dolcetto Classico d’Alba – 2020 2 × 
• Voghera Langhe Nebbiolo – 2020 2 ×
• Langhe Arneis – 2021  2 × 
• Barbaresco Vigna Basarin – 2018 1 × 
• Voghera Barbaresco Cottà – 2018 1 × 
• Voghera Barbaresco Cottà – 2016 1 × 
• Barbera d’Alba Superiore D.O.C. – 2017 1 × 
• Barbera d’Alba Superiore D.O.C. – 2018 1 × 

Offer Terms & Conditions

Get a discount of £16.50 and free shipping (usually £12.00) on your purchase of £200 or more until May 31st, 2023, by using the coupon code “Piedmont23”. Please note that this offer cannot be combined with other coupons and does not apply to sale items. Only one coupon per user is allowed. To avail of this offer, you must have a Fab Wines account. Don’t have an account yet? Create one or log in here).

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