Gorgeous fruit bouquet immediately upon opening the bottle. Slow-ox in bottle for 2 hours prior to dinner, then decanted at the restaurant. First taste upon opening : full bodied but supremely balanced, classic Nebbiolo profile of red fruit and dried flowers. Tannins have mellowed and the wine is in a perfect window for drinking at this point in time. Recommend drinking within the next two years for prime enjoyment.
At dinner, everything had come together seamlessly with fruit, acidity and come-hither sottobosco... overall impression is grace and smoothness. A wonderful dinner wine... paired with:
Appetizer... Hushpuppies stuffed with crawfish and shrimp in a leek fondue drizzled with creole sauce
Entrees...Black onion marinated lamb tenderloin and Georges Bank sea scallops
Sides ...sorghum glazed shaved Brussel sprouts with caramelized onions and bacon ...sweet potato risotto with candied shallots & crème fraiche ... roasted wild mushrooms with truffle crescenza
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