
2016
Region
Italy › Piedmont › Bramaterra DOC
Type
red · still
Grapes
Croatina, Nebbiolo, Vespolina
Alcohol
13%
Volume
750 mL
Served blind, this wine presented a guessing challenge. Nebbiolo crossed my mind, yet there were no definitive clues. It features a powerful and intense nose of black fruits, brânzǎ de oaie, and wet wood, alongside earthy and animal notes with a slightly natural edge. On the palate, it is powerful and nearly full-bodied, with high acidity. The tannins are not high but have a green quality, making the vintage hard to pinpoint. With time, it should improve, but today it remains a challenging drink.