
2023
Region
Italy › Piedmont › Monferrato › Vino
Type
red · still
Grapes
Ruchè
Alcohol
13.5%
Volume
750 mL
Sugar
1.5 g/L
Like it a touch less than the Teresa La Grande from the same vintage - same fruit, same wild Nadia signature, but the VA on this one pulls a bit past where my register lives. Aromatic, interesting, wild and unapologetic. The bones are there, but the funk register dominates in a way Teresa La Grande quietly avoids.
It's a solid wine, but the VA is a bit too much for me. Letting it breathe helps - it starts to settle and feel more balanced. I believe in this wine, though, and considering how strong Nadia's 2023 releases seem to be, this one is worth grabbing and laying down for a while to let it develop.
Right now, it's super fresh, slightly smoky, and at times a bit too aggressive. The aromatics are intriguing, though much of it hides beneath a thick layer of volatility. Floral notes lead the way, followed by a mix of dark fruits, spices, and an animalistic touch. Needs time, but the potential is definitely there.