2015 Barbaresco, Rizzi, Piedmont
A new estate to us, and a very drinkable Barbaresco. Garnet in colour, with the classic shimmering orange Nebbiolo tint. Highly fragrant, and almost feminine in style, with red fruits, a touch of spice, and classic floral notes. Good texture and tannic structure on the palate. Ripe, almost sweet fruit - a very accessible style with elegance, supple texture and great balance.
Excellent old school Barbaresco. Already drinkable but will benefit from some years in the bottle to release all the goodness of Nebbiolo. Not spectacular, just very good and honest wine.