A lighter style of Nebbiolo the only red that has merlot in the blend
A lighter style of Nebbiolo the only red that has merlot in the blend
2 people found it helpfulFeb 12th, 2014
Im biased towards Italian mountain reds, so not surprised that I have a crush on this qpr from Lombardy. For about 16$ you get a lithe,medium bodied 90% Chiavennasca (local version of Nebbiolo), 10% merlot with an ease on the palate- ‘suppose that’s the influence of the Merlot. Builds in power & depth with air. Sweet rose hips, wild berries, underbrush. Nice back end length though the sweetness not my thing. For Nebbiolo fiends, a real find. Only about 1800 bottles imported, according to its importer, Wildman.
Im biased towards Italian mountain reds, so not surprised that I have a crush on this qpr from Lombardy. For about 16$ you get a lithe,medium bodied 90% Chiavennasca (local version of Nebbiolo), 10% merlot with an ease on the palate- ‘suppose that’s the influence of the Merlot. Builds in power & depth with air. Sweet rose hips, wild berries, underbrush. Nice back end length though the sweetness not my thing. For Nebbiolo fiends, a real find. Only about 1800 bottles imported, according to its importer, Wildman.
1 person found it helpfulSep 27th, 2021
Perfectly mature from a bottle that most collectors wouldn't think to cellar for eighteen years. The bouquet of Nino Negri's '99 #Quadrio showed fully mature with notes of tart cherry, spiced orange peel, cedar, dusty dried flowers and undergrowth. On the palate, I found zesty textures on a wiry frame with lively acidity, showing red wild berries, cedar and hints of savory spice. It finished with medium length lingering on inner dried florals, tart cherry and minerals.
Perfectly mature from a bottle that most collectors wouldn't think to cellar for eighteen years. The bouquet of Nino Negri's '99 #Quadrio showed fully mature with notes of tart cherry, spiced orange peel, cedar, dusty dried flowers and undergrowth. On the palate, I found zesty textures on a wiry frame with lively acidity, showing red wild berries, cedar and hints of savory spice. It finished with medium length lingering on inner dried florals, tart cherry and minerals.
1 person found it helpfulAug 6th, 2017
Can you say"Chiavennasca"!
Can you say"Chiavennasca"!
1 person found it helpfulMar 14th, 2017
Surprisingly gulpable and balanced. Last time I tried something from this producer, it was high end and over-oaked (Vigneto Fracia.) Hopefully this bottle reflects a shift to a more refreshing style.
Surprisingly gulpable and balanced. Last time I tried something from this producer, it was high end and over-oaked (Vigneto Fracia.) Hopefully this bottle reflects a shift to a more refreshing style.
Mar 8th, 2017
Jammy berries - great value!
Jammy berries - great value!
Oct 8th, 2016
Beautiful aromatics, wonderful balance, Nebbiolo rounded out by a bit of Merlot.
Beautiful aromatics, wonderful balance, Nebbiolo rounded out by a bit of Merlot.
Sep 21st, 2016For the price, what a great value - an everyday wine with your meal. This is a Nebbiolo blend and the Merlot does show through.
For the price, what a great value - an everyday wine with your meal. This is a Nebbiolo blend and the Merlot does show through.
Sep 12th, 2016For the price, what a great value - an everyday wine with your meal. This is a Nebbiolo blend and the Merlot does show through.
For the price, what a great value - an everyday wine with your meal. This is a Nebbiolo blend and the Merlot does show through.
Sep 9th, 2016
Killer for the $
May 10th, 2016
Valtellina, Sondrio, Lombardia, Italy
