2016 Bonarda dell’Oltrepò Pavese DOC Macole, Lombardy, Italy

Tart fragrance of black berries and sour cherries with dried-herbal and slightly peppery aromas as well as a hint of citrus zest and licorice. Straightforward, relatively juicy, rather tart fruit, nutty, earthy and dried mushroom tones, delicate bite and youthful, mature tannins, a hint of cocoa and coffee on the palate, certain sustainability, has strength and warmth, bitter-nutty notes, good to very good good finish.

Best to drink: Bis 2021+. What our ratings mean