fresh mushrooms

earth and anise plus a waft of cedar chest

crisp red fruits (wild strawberry and cranberry) with a sharp

A lightly menthol-infused nose that is exceptionally ripe yet stops short of being surmature remains almost 100% primary with ample black fruit and spice aromas seamlessly merging into the rich

Terrific and worth a special search to find though be aware that this youthfully austere effort will required extended cellaring

GD Vajra, Barolo Ravera other_regions_italy fresh mushroomsMore structured than the Bricco delle Viole, this comes from a 2. 2 hectare, south and south east facing vineyard and is a first release. Its got a bloody, almost iron like note on the palate, firmish but well integrated tannins and minerally freshness. The tannins need food (preferably a lump of protein) to take away their edge. One to tuck away.