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Freisa is a lesser-known but truly captivating Piedmontese red—often described as Nebbiolo’s wild cousin. While it may not match Nebbiolo’s grandeur, it delivers distinctive, approachable wines with aromatic lift and firm structure. Borgogno’s example carries good weight and body, balancing elegance with grippy fruit depth. Neither too rustic nor too light, it strikes a beautiful middle ground that makes it one of the region’s most underrated gems.
A wine of remarkable finesse and elegance, with aromas of rose petal, maraschino cherry, raspberry, cassis, and strawberry, accented by subtle herbal and woodsy notes. Bright and fresh on the surface, it reveals underlying power and concentration, carrying an earthy, elegant tang. Hints of cedar, dried fruit, blueberry, black currant, and herbs lead to a spicy, layered finish. More compact and complex than many Valpolicella, this standout offers excellent pairing potential with hearty dishes like BBQ, Indian curry, or sambal, and will continue to evolve beautifully over the next few years.
The 2024 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo is a pretty and perfumed effort with
mint and sage complementing wild berry fruit tones. It splashes across
the palate with juicy strawberry and cherry notes underscored by
crunchy minerals. Pleasantly chewy yet energetic,...
The 2024 Bricco delle Ciliegie is an absolute delight. Tangerine peel, marzipan, pear, dried flowers and chamomile are front and center. In 2023, Bricco delle Ciliegie is a bit exotic and perhaps also a touch more open than it can be, both of which make i...
