Community Tasting Note

Monday, October 7, 2019 - Perhaps Piedmont's only version of Cote Du Rhone from one its best producers. A blend of Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and the rare heirloom Freisa and Albarossa. Aged mostly in stainless and some neutral oak. Semi translucent ruby red. Fresh violets and berries on the nose. The palate seems to indicate Barbara is the dominate grape with its almost prickly acidity without food. With food it integrates perfectly adding lift and energy. Somewhat tart mix of red and darker fruit, spice, herbs and minerality. Just a radiant, honest, pure expression of Piedmont tastiness. Perfect no, but always fun and always somewhat different from year to year. Excellent value for $13 on sale locally.

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Comment posted by hutch:

10/31/2019 10:27:00 AM - Love your description of this as a Piedmont CDR!
Comment posted by chablis28:

11/1/2019 12:47:00 AM - Thanks, its a fun wine!
Comment posted by ManuKey:

11/22/2019 11:50:00 AM - 13$ is a damn good price

Can you tell me what is the alc. volume ?
Comment posted by chablis28:

11/22/2019 3:03:00 PM - Label says 13.5%, which is decent for todays wines.
Comment posted by ManuKey:

11/22/2019 4:13:00 PM - Thanks for the quick reply !

Yep, 13,5% is normaly in the good range for me ;)