“Sandalwood and culinary spice aromas mingle with rose leather and camphor. Showing structure and a racy finesse, the vibrant palate is young and loaded with nervous energy at this stage but already delicious, offering juicy Morello cherry, raspberry and star anise framed in taut, refined tannins and bright acidity. Drink 2029–2044.” 95 pts., Kerin O’Keefe, winemag.com
2018 Giovanni Almondo, Roero, Bric Valdiana 6x75cl £160 / Case£25 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
2017 G.D. Vajra, Barolo, Bricco delle Viole 6x75cl £330 / Case£25 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
2019 Paitin, Barbaresco, Serraboella 6x75cl
Red ⋅ Piedmont ⋅ Italy
£150 / Case£25 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: Immediate
3 in stock
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Wine Enthusiast 95
Sandalwood and culinary spice aromas mingle with rose leather and camphor. Showing structure and a racy finesse, the vibrant palate is young and loaded with nervous energy at this stage but already delicious, offering juicy Morello cherry, raspberry and star anise framed in taut, refined tannins and bright acidity.
Anticipated maturity: 2029-2044
JancisRobinson.com 17.5
Neive. Lustrous and just mid ruby. Deep cherry and wild strawberry with saline minerally notes. Fine acidity streamlining the fresh red fruit. Sandpapery tannins grow on the finish. This needs time.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2036
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