Poggio Sotto, Brunello Montalcino other_regions

Poggio Sotto, Brunello Montalcino other_regionsCastelnuovo dell'Abate. Very pale crimson with some blue. Unusual spicy nose. Edgy acidity on the end. Bitter cherries. Rather confidently going its own way. Much fresher and lighter than most.

31% Cabernet Franc

the acidity a little lower than the 2010 and the tannins softer

Compared to other examples I have enjoyed

It is finer

there is good underlying material and my predicted range accords the benefit of the doubt that more will be forthcoming

This is a real treasure for your cellar

Tasted at the Suduiraut vertical at the château

Vertical and imposing in its sense of structure

There are usually four vintages a decade of La Rioja Altas Gran Reserva 904

Ready to drink but will age

Vignarionda also reaches phenolic maturity earlier than other sites

Brooding aromas of crushed black fruits