![]() Bottle Price £32.50 |
This has to be one of the most unusual wines Ive tasted this decade. It is produced in Piedmonte, [the home of the famous Nebbiolo] from 80% Syrah and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and like its Tuscan counterparts can only use the designation Vino da Tavola [table wine] but believe me it is far more than that! Deep purple, black in intensity with a bright lively look about it the bouquet is overwhelming. Spicy, peppery [sweet red peppers] with a delicate over-aroma of perfume mixed with subtle fragrances of aromatic herbs and oils. The hint of Cabernet really shows an extra depth here. The palate blew me away! It is such a chunky, mouthful of fruit, flavour and sensations that I hardly know where to start. Rich, full blackcurrants with hints of vanilla, cedar and mint. The finish is intense and long, long lasting. The tannin and acidity is in great balance and will give this wine longevity. It may appear expensive but believe me with a tiny production [2000 bottles only] this wine will be snapped up as soon as it is released - then youll be sorry! Fabulous wine like this does not come along every day!. Richard Bampfield MW: (Cask Sample) Highly lifted, tarry, spicy aromas, hints of ginger, undrlying white pepper. Highly pronounced Syrah character. Full bodied, powerful, incredibly intense cauldron of flavours. Structure looks good, should still improve |