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Balmi Bioti Bramaterra Riserva - 2018

La Palazzina

4.2
UAH聽2,090.00
QPR 1.0802 馃槉
Region
Italy 禄 Piedmont 禄 Bramaterra DOC
Type
red still, dry
Producer
La Palazzina
Vintage
2018
Grapes
Nebbiolo, Croatina, Vespolina, Uva Rara
Alcohol
13
Volume
750 mL
Cellar
2 bottles
La Palazzina Balmi Bioti Bramaterra Riserva 2018

A blend of Nebbiolo 70%, Croatina 10%, Vespolina 10%, Uva Rara 10%. Fermentation and maceration in cement for 12/30 days. Malolactic fermentation occurs naturally during the following spring. The wine is matured in large barrel for 24/36 months.

Ratings

Tasting this wine again in a short span confirms the same charming experience. Despite its approachability today, I still believe it would benefit from extended aging. Aromas of black rose, cacao, red and black fruits, briar, smoked meat, wood, and earth compose its complex and nuanced profile. It is nicely packed, with a relatively intense and concentrated character. While structured, it also remains delicate and juicy. There's a slight warmth, but the acidity adds to its complexity rather than detracting from it. It's a neat and impressive wine.

4.2
@Lo Bar

What a banger! The bouquet is stunning, with notes of black rose, a mix of black and red fruits, wood, smoked meat, briar, and wet earth鈥攏uanced and highly detailed. On the palate, it鈥檚 incredibly juicy and fresh, with a structure and volume that make it an absolute pleasure to drink. The tannins are still a bit green, but they鈥檙e so well integrated that it doesn鈥檛 detract from the experience. Absolutely a must-buy.