Nose
Aromas of eastern spice, perfume and florals – jubey redfruits, violets, sweet/savoury herbs – leading to earth/peat and some truffle. Also shows glazed cherry and rhubarb, licorice and a slight toffee hint.
Palate
Eastern spices of clove and cardamom, and minerally fine tannin round it out. The juicy fruit flavours and textures lead to the classic crunchy acid/tannin flesh out on the back palate. An Italian classic wine style, firmly structured, yet approachable in its youth. Best enjoyed with food.
Harvest
April 6th, 2021
Bottling
Unfiltered, unfined, October 2021
Winemaking
Open ferment in amphorae for 9 days before basket-pressing to tank for a further 6 days to finish ferment.
Aging
Oak-matured 6 months.
Appearance
Bright ruby/cherry red colour.
Food Pairing
With pasta and truffle, rare meats, antipasto, slow-cooked meats, charry BBQs, and pizza