{"product_id":"nebbiolo-dalba-fontanafredda-1996","title":"Marne Brune Nebbiolo d'Alba Fontanafredda 1996","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 Marne Brune is a red wine crafted entirely from the Nebbiolo grape under the Nebbiolo d'Alba Denominazione di Origine Controllata. Located in the prestigious Piedmont region of northwestern Italy, this appellation covers the hills surrounding the town of Alba, situated just outside the borders of the famous Barolo and Barbaresco zones. Piedmont, which translates to \"at the foot of the mountains,\" is bordered by the Alps and is globally recognized for its dramatic, steep hills, particularly in the Langhe area. Here, the characteristic autumn morning fog blankets the vineyards, protecting the grapes and ensuring a long, steady ripening period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nebbiolo d'Alba DOC, established in 1970, is dedicated exclusively to the Nebbiolo grape, a premier varietal deeply rooted in the region. The Marne Brune takes its name from the calcareous marl soils found on the left bank of the Tanaro river. These specific soil compositions, along with occasional sandy patches in the area, provide an ideal environment for the vines, allowing the terroir to heavily influence the final wine. Bottled at 13% alcohol by volume, this appellation is widely regarded as a classic expression of the grape and serves as a distinct counterpart to its neighboring zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is produced by Fontanafredda, an estate with a history that reads like a royal drama. The winery was founded in 1858 by King Vittorio Emanuele II, Italy's first king after the unification, as a gift for his mistress and eventual wife, Rosa Vercellana, affectionately known as 'Bella Rosin'. Their son, Emanuele Alberto, Count of Mirafiore, further developed the estate and released its first Barolo label with the 1878 vintage. The estate's distinctive buildings, painted in brown and ochre stripes, still proudly display the colors of the Royal House of Savoy as a visible reminder of its royal origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFontanafredda holds a unique position in the region, as the entire estate constitutes its own MGA and monopole-cru—a rare status in an area where most crus are divided among numerous owners. With 120 hectares of vineyards set within a larger property of over 300 hectares, it is the largest contiguous wine estate in Italy. After a period of ownership by the Monte dei Paschi di Siena bank starting in 1931, the estate was purchased in 2008 by Oscar Farinetti and Luca Baffigo. Under their modern stewardship, Fontanafredda has entered a new era with a strong commitment to sustainability, eventually becoming the largest certified organic winery in Piedmont.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fontanafredda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57403758281030,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/generated-1265_25ddff41-c880-4ae8-b51d-e3e5d99bedf7.jpg?v=1789730522","url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.se\/en\/products\/nebbiolo-dalba-fontanafredda-1996","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}