Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Nebbiolo Barbera 2026

Unico Zelo Truffle Hound Nebbiolo Barbera 2026 is a light, savoury red bringing together Nebbiolo and Barbera from South Australia's Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills. Made in Unico Zelo's characteristically energetic style, it combines juicy fruit, herbal complexity and lively acidity in an approachable red that's particularly good served slightly cool.

Tasting Notes

Bright plum and red fruit meet smoky, savoury notes with touches of liquorice, cardamom and herbs. The palate is light and juicy, driven by lively acidity and fine, gently grippy tannins, finishing fresh, spicy and distinctly savoury.

Clare Valley & Adelaide Hills

Truffle Hound draws on fruit from both the Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills, bringing together two South Australian regions in a distinctly contemporary expression of Italian varieties. The combination suits the wine's balance of fragrance, freshness, fruit and savoury complexity.

The Truffle Hound Style

Unico Zelo describes Truffle Hound as its approachable, early-release expression of Barbera and Nebbiolo, built around lifted aromatics and herbal savouriness rather than sheer weight. Its amaro-like spice and refreshing structure make it an especially versatile red at the table.

Cellaring & Serving

Best enjoyed young while its aromatics and freshness are at their most vibrant. Serve at around 14–16°C; a light chill works particularly well.