An excellent cork. Not sure how long I was supposed to keep this wine, but it is holding in there okay. Three years since I last had a bottle, and the nose is now showing more secondary characters, with earth and leather, though there is still some cherry fruits, with dry spices like cloves and a touch of tar. The palate is beautifully resolved, a lovely evenness of flavour, with big cherry fruits, a touch of plum, malt and spice paste. Medium bodied, and excellently tannined. There is some richness of fruit left, but I would really be drinking this now.
Rated : 90 Points
Tasted : Aug09
Alcohol : 14%
Price : $47
Closure : Cork
Drink : 2009-2010
Source : Cellar
I like the sound of this. Must try more Italians. Wines that is.
Yes, I like the idea of the malt amonst it all.