Cascina Preziosa 'Castleng' Nebbiolo Coste della Sesia, Piedmont, Italy 2018 Garnacha Blanca leaving violet inner florals and

leaving violet inner florals and hints of currant to taper off slowly

the 2005 Chateau Pontet-Canet has long been one of the stars of the vintage and this might well be the best of over a dozen showings of this wine

blackberries and plums

purchasing a parcel of ninety-year-old vines in the neighboring cru of Régnié

The cabernet fits really beautifully into the merlot

Cascina Preziosa 'Castleng' Nebbiolo Coste della Sesia, Piedmont, Italy 2018 Garnacha Blanca leaving violet inner florals andRuby with hints of garnet. The nose is elegant, high toned, and refined. Abundant red cherry with hints of citrus including blood orange as well as fine spices such as tamarind, ginger, quinine, and black pepper. Subtle yet persistent minerality. The palate is vibrant and tense. Generous red cherry with sweet tannins and a savory vein, finishing with abundant freshness.