Bottled with an unusual glass stopper and a very short capsule, this dolcetto d’Alba from Brezza is a joyous wine that opens to aromas of fresh raspberries and savoury cherries. Medium to firm tannins add texture and interest to the palate, and the alcohol is a modest 12.5. This is a delicious dolcetto that isContinue reading “Brezza Dolcetto d’Alba 2019”
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Figli Luigi Oddero Rombone Barberesco 2014
The Rombone vineyard is within the Treiso subregion of Barbaresco in Piemonte. Here’s a link to a map that goes into exquisite detail. Treiso is a cooler subregion of Barbaresco with an average altitude of around 350 metres according to the producer, and together with Pajoré, Rombone is of one of its best vineyards. 2014Continue reading “Figli Luigi Oddero Rombone Barberesco 2014”
Pira Margheria Barolo 2011
This is an excellent Barolo from Pira and the 2011 vintage. It opens to attractive aromas of licorice and earth, The palate is full bodied, the tannins very firm and the finish is long with attractive sour cherry characters. Yes. Approachable now or over the next decade or more. Rating: Very Good. Abv: 14.5. Price: Continue reading “Pira Margheria Barolo 2011”
G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso 2017
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”
Mauro Veglio Barolo 2014
This is a rather delicious Barolo from Mauro Veglio. Aired for at least an hour, it opens to powerful aromatics of licorice and florals. The palate has firm acidity, very firm tannins and great length on the finish. This wine can be approached now, but will be best in a decade or more. Rating: VeryContinue reading “Mauro Veglio Barolo 2014”
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.