Sara Vezza
Josetta Saffirio
Sara Vezza Barbera d'Alba Superiore Villar'O 2018
Now that’s Barbera d’Alba Superiore in excelsior! Liquid black plums and some tar on the nose. Inhale deeply and you get some Asian spices on the fringes.
That palate…oh my. Liquid velvet. Dark as midnight. Plums, licorice, nice acidity,
deep, long, long, finish. Some minerals on the end.
Wowza!
Possibly better than her Barolo. Gulp.
Thanks@FassSelections — 2 years ago
Château Léoville Poyferré
Saint Julien Red Bordeaux Blend 2004
The 2004 Léoville-Poyferré has a light and airy bouquet with blackberry, antique bureau, forest floor and light fungal aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly dry tannins, a little austere but balanced, though I notice some attenuation and bitterness towards the finish. So-so for this estate. Tasted at the Léoville-Poyferré vertical at the château with Sara Lecompte Cuvelier. (Neal Martin, Vinous, September 2022)
— 4 years ago
Mauro Sebaste
Roero Arneis
🍇 100% Arneis | Roero DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
A classic Northern Italian white, crafted from Arneis grapes sourced across the villages of Vezza d’Alba, Piobesi, and Monteu Roero, all part of the heartland of the Roero appellation.
On the nose:
Fragrant and inviting, with aromas of white flowers, ripe pear, and a citrus lift. A gentle thread of mineral elegance keeps it grounded and regionally expressive.
On the palate:
Dry, crisp, and clean, with a smooth texture, refreshing acidity, and a subtle, pleasantly bitter almond note on the finish — a signature Arneis trait. Light-bodied yet structured, it’s harmonious and polished, with more personality than your average summer white.
Food pairing:
Versatile and food-friendly, perfect with seafood, light pasta dishes, grilled veggies, and fresh cheeses like burrata or robiola.
A true gem from Piedmont expressive, regional, and quietly elegant.
Cheers to Arneis done right! 🍐🍋🌸
— a year ago
Pilcrow
Ghost Block Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
2020 vintage. Last tasted 8.15.23 (9.4). Tasted today with the winemaker, Sara. Consistent noticías. A beautiful effort/hybridization in successfully bridging and incorporating both the old school Napa and the new school Napa. Class is in session. 13.7% ABV. 100% Cabbage. A whopping 175 cases made. HBD, Maria! 4.12.24. — 2 years ago
Josetta Saffirio
Persiera Barolo Nebbiolo 2017
Stunning nose. Chestnut, ripe cherry, super floral, grilled nuts, spices and herbs. Dense roses. Like a pile of them. Really compelling spice. Just penetrating. An amazing nose with just endless depth and purity. Palate is a massive yet lithe. Unreal silky texture and so pure with explosive cherry fruit and velvety, sweet and abundant tannins. Like the Vezza Ravera this will need the whole day to work itself out. But it’s all there. It seems in 17 the better Barolos are initially very tannic then they velvetize over many hours. Awesome freshness and depth. I’ll be back.
After many hours the nose is a spice explosion. Super complex. Palate is much more supple and tannins getting more velvety. 9.5 now. From 9.4. Balance is superb and backend is slamming. — 5 years ago
Chris MacLean
Another great Friulano vintage from Marco — 7 months ago