A marvelously stylish Nebbiolo that is extremely expressive but still seemingly weightless, this shows open fruit with light savory undertones and appropriately understated wood. The tannins are likewise very fine-grained and unobtrusive, brilliantly tuned to the fruit’s delicacy. Fresh acidity never quite turns tart, and all of the wine’s structural elements seem perfectly proportioned, enabling all the aromas and flavors to sing together harmoniously. Just beautiful.
Castello di Neive, Barbaresco (Piedmont, Italy) 2016
By Michael Franz