2014 was a difficult vintage with heavy rains requiring careful pruning and cluster thinning. Better weather in August saved the day, carrying through to a relatively late harvest in October. This example shows characteristic Nebbiolo scents of violets together with elegant red fruit and a whiff of cinnamon and clove. It is surprisingly approachable on the palate, showing fine red fruit, though still youthful, aggressive acidity. Should be drinking well with another 3 years aging.
Opens on the nose with spicy red fruit showing scents of plum in the foreground. The opening theme carries through on the palate with lively red plum flavours overlaid with intriguing smoky notes suggestive of charred bacon. Finishes with stiff tannic grip. Better with another 2 to 3 years in the cellar.
Big cherry fruit, loads of fresh herbs and tamed acidity, shows some richness but the freshness dominates. Quite tight, young and a little nervous. Some additional time in the bottle will allow this to settle and become more integrated and focused.
Dark ruby, purplish reflections. Discreet nose of red fruits, a floral touch. Very supple on the palate, soft tannins, tame acidity, fruit forward. Easy to drink, so enjoy now.
Dark ruby, garnet rim. Red and black fruits, floral notes, dried herbs and integrated oak on the complex, deep nose. Full-bodied and with a good density in the mid-palate, the melted tannins remain firm. Finish is round, overall very nice right now.
Kicks off with lively plum, black cherry and spice on the nose introducing succulent, mouth-filling flavours of black plum and bitter cherry. Classic, food friendly acidity, spicy dark fruit, agreeable tannic bite and a touch of almond on the long, satisfying finish make this a great example of Dolcetto the way it was meant to be!
Classic varietal aromatic spicy plum introduces flavours of black plum with a splash of dark chocolate, grippy tannins and drying sour cherry bite on the finish. A stylish Barbera showcasing characteristic ripeness of the 2015 vintage.