Rocche Costamagna 'Rocche dell'Annunziata', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2017 Bardolino the 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido

the 2021 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard reveals a medium gold hue as well as brilliant aromatics of ripe pears

but will continue to improve in the bottle

spring flowers

Lively and clear ruby with bright orange hues

Two days maceration on skins

Rocche Costamagna 'Rocche dell'Annunziata', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2017 Bardolino the 2021 Chardonnay Bien NacidoThis is rich and broad, featuring plum, cherry, leather, spice, tobacco and mineral flavors. Complex and beautifully balanced, with lively tannins directing the finish, this red shows class and finesse. Fruit, mineral and spice accents prevail on the aftertaste. Best from 2025 through 2048. 2,000 cases made, 600 cases imported. 94 Pts Wine Spectator