The proprietary name of this wine pays tribute to the Noce River basin in northern Italy where the grape originates from. I will admit to little experience with Italian offerings of the grape, but no matter here — this is a bright, delicious red wine with a light body and full flavors of mixed berry, pepper and gentle spice. It’s the lively acidity that makes this a fine food friendly red. Give it a spin with the spicier side of Italian sauces — I’m thinking a sausage pasta dish is just the ticket.
Noceto, Clarksburg (California) Teroldego 2019
By Rich Cook