Sorì della Sorba

Sorì della Sorba stands out even in a region as beautiful as Piedmont, not only aesthetically, but for the sense of tranquillity that prevails here. The estate’s 3.7 hectares occupy a south-facing amphitheatre encircled by woodland, high in the hills above Diano d’Alba. It’s immediately apparent why such a place would capture the hearts of Giovanna Bagnasco (of Agricola Brandini in Barolo) and her now-husband Carlo Mondavi, who chose it to realise their dream – with the inaugural 2019 vintage – of making a wine together.

Drawing from Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera vines up to fifty years old, Sorì della Sorba today produces two exquisite reds. Solo per Amore is a playful, juicy Dolcetto-lead blend of the three varietals, while the flagship cuvée ‘Sorì della Sorba’ (100% Nebbiolo), is equally fresh and expressive, but with a little extra grip and concentration. Both are made with a judiciously high-proportion of whole-bunches and raised in neutral Slavonian oak casks.