Valle d'Aosta Torrette Petit Rouge Mayolet

Thomas had this 10 years ago

Simple, fruity. Spritz. Tad reduced.

Another pleasing Ital MTN vino, just wish sommeliers would offer these over those over production homogenized wines

Lean, bright red fruit, brilliant acidity

C5

Preparing for my trip to Vallee d'Aosta later this month.

2011. Hella good.

90% Petite Rouge and 10% Mayolet. Medium to dark garnet color with a ruby core. Nice funky nose with accents of dried violets and pepper spice. Black berry/plum flavors fill the palate with that hint of pepper spice on the finish. Soft tannins, nice acidity and excellent length. Very “Beaujolais-like!” Thank you for sharing, Ron B!

The ten percent of Mayolet adds a softness to the petit rouge: a bit of fruit to the tannins and acidity. These vineyards produce wonderful wines.

2012