A surprise find under screw cap, this Langhe Rosso from G.D. Vajra and the 2017 vintage presents in a regional style. It’s actually a blend of nebbiolo, barbera and dolcetto, with a few others too. There are aromas of cherry and firm, chalky acidity and structure. This wine can be approached now, but it willContinue reading “G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso 2017”
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Benevelli Piero Langhe Nebbiolo 2016
This is a good Langhe nebbiolo from Benevelli, particularly at $28. An aroma of sour cherry, chalk and potpourri. Fruity, for nebbiolo. The palate has good length, firm acidity and a youthful spritz. A quibble: one bottle corked (four tasted). Rating: Good to Very Good. Abv: 14%. Price: $28. Website: n/a.
Malvira Langhe Nebbiolo 2012
When nebbiolo works it is just such an attractive wine. This one from Malvira from the Langhe region in north western Italy is a great example. It has floral and bitumen aromatics. The palate has medium length, grippy tannins and a lovely balance to it. One to buy. Rating: Good to Very GoodAbv: 13.5%Price: $40VendorsContinue reading “Malvira Langhe Nebbiolo 2012”
Pio Cesare Il Nebbio Nebbiolo 2011
From the Langhe DOC in north western Italy, this 100% nebbiolo wine from Pio Cesare provides some glimpses of its more highly decorated neighbouring appellations, without ever really challenging. The wine is a medium intensity ruby in colour in the glass, with plenty of fast moving tears on the side. It has aromatics of cherry,Continue reading “Pio Cesare Il Nebbio Nebbiolo 2011”