95 Decanter

The family property of Paolo De Marchi (owner until mid-2022 of top Tuscan estate Isole e Olena) is now run by his son Luca, with 7.7ha of vineyards at 290m-350m on mineral-rich, ancient volcanic soils. Fruit for this 80% Nebbiolo, 15% Vespolina, 5% Croatina blend came from plots in Lessona in the Orolungo region and Brusnengo in the Bramaterra DOC. Fermentation was in open-top wooden vessels and the wine rested on lees for 16 months before ageing in a combination of barrique, barrel and 15hl casks for 20 months before bottling. Dirceu Vianna Junior MW: Refined aromas of cherries, floral and herbal notes, and sweet spices. Subtle and sophisticated on the palate but with exceptional concentration of fruit. Great purity and a wonderful persistent finish. Federico Moccia: This has good concentration of fruit on the nose. A nice, simple red fruit palate with good, tense acidity and fresh, crunchy tannins. Emma Robinson: Inviting and seductive nose of sour cherry, cranberry and plum. Hints of spice and liquorice on the palate, with a sweet finish. A highly concentrated and serious wine.