The 2023 Riserva shows a youthful medium ruby color in the glass. The aromas upon swirling are fruity, with cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate leading the way, followed up with violets, cedar bark, fresh soil and hints of cinnamon. That spice note carries into the flavor of the wine, clove, amidst tart cherry, blackberry, Japanese plum all round and juicy. More sipping reveals complex graphite, dark chocolate and subtle tannins for a dry and enduring finish. Grill something if the weather allows, a New York strip with plenty of rosemary will pair pleasingly with this wine.
