Wine of the Month, September 2025

Nebbiolo: Beyond the Barricades

A taste of Piedmont, elegantly unfurled for autumn.

Nebbiolo. The name alone often conjures images of weighty Barolo or Barbaresco – wines of profound complexity and often, profound cost. But, as with all things, there's always a hidden corner, a nuanced expression that offers the grape's undeniable charm without demanding a second mortgage. Our September Wine of the Month, Avamposti Altrove Nebbiolo 2022, is precisely that: a confident, characterful red that proves Nebbiolo isn't always about grand pronouncements; sometimes, it’s about understated elegance.

From Piedmont, the very heartland of this revered grape, Altrove offers a delightful and more approachable side. It's medium-full bodied, with that unmistakable perfume of red cherry and rose, underpinned by subtle notes of liquorice and a gentle, savoury earthiness. The light touch of oak ensures it’s refined, rather than overwhelmed, allowing the grape’s natural vibrancy to shine through. It has the structure and depth you'd expect from a quality Nebbiolo, but with an immediate drinkability that makes it instantly appealing, even if you’re new to the variety. And yes, it happens to be vegan – for those who appreciate such details.

It’s the sort of wine that bridges the seasonal gap beautifully – robust enough for the cooler evenings, yet elegant enough to be enjoyed without fuss. Perfect with a mushroom risotto, perhaps some charcuterie, or simply savoured as the leaves turn. It’s a wine to engage with, not just consume.

And throughout September, you can acquire this impressive Piedmontese gem at its mixed six price of just £15.50, plus you'll pocket 100 bonus loyalty points with every bottle.

Think all Nebbiolo is for keeping? Think again.