Who knows where in the USA the fruit might be coming from in this blend of Barbera, Nebbiolo and Montepulciano from Georgia’s Chateau Elan, and who cares? What you need to know is that it’s delicious, and easily worth its price tag. Black fruit, spice, judicious oak toast, structured tannins and a long finish with a firm grip will accompany your finest Ameritalian feast. Wait — is Ameritalian a word? If not, this wine just made it one! A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.
Chateau Elan, American (United States) 2014
By Rich Cook