2018 Podere Poggio Scalette Il Carbonaione Alta Valle della Greve IGT
Community Tasting Note
PIZZAandBAROLO Likes this wine:
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - Man this was smoking good.
I initially gave this a 2 hour decant. That wasn't enough. But by hour 3, and with a little time in the glass, this really started to hit its stride.
Really beautiful on the nose and palate with tons of red and black currants, ripe dark plums, black cherry, and smoke.
This is crunchy and savory all at once. I really enjoyed the acidity of the wine, which is just right, and gives this a long, puckery, and mouth watering finish.
Compared to a 2018 Fontodi Vigna del Sorbo that I recently enjoyed and look forward to having again, I'd totally give this the nod over that. And that's saying something. The Fontodi is an excellent wine. But dollars to donuts, this is a heavenly wine that costs significantly less.
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Comment posted by ERU:
4/3/2024 4:49:00 PM - Yes, what a freaking QPR, right? So sad I missed the opportunity to pick some more of these up at a fair price a couple of months ago. It’s fabulous that a wine can deliver so well at this price point these days.
Comment posted by PIZZAandBAROLO:
4/3/2024 5:11:00 PM - Yes, I totally agree! I bought a 6 for I think around $45 2 years ago. My private note said give it 3 years. It's been 2 years. Close enough rite?? Lol
Comment posted by ERU:
4/3/2024 5:41:00 PM - It’s sometimes soooo hard to wait. You’ve got five more, so right decision! Cheers, P&B!