Inama, Colli Berici (Veneto, Italy) 2018

 The Colli Berici are hills that rise up from the alluvial plain south of Vicenza and east of Soave.  Vines have been grown in the limestone soils here for centuries although the wines have only begun to get international recognition.  Bradisismo is a delicious red wine from Inama – a winery most noted for their fine Soave bottlings.  Their 2018 Bradisismo is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenère, a variety that has been grown in the area for over a century.  This is a big but balanced red wine that exhibits layers of red and black fruits.  Aged in French oak barriques for over a year, the combination of fruit and oak spice is a sensuous delight.  Lovely aromas of pure red cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant fruits are interwoven with nuances of lilac, herbs, vanilla and cinnamon.  The flavors are equally exciting, with pure red and black fruits underscored by a rich texture and delicate floral, herb, coffee, vanilla and spice tones.  Delicious now, it can age for another decade.