Country: Italy / Vallocaia Riserva
Variety: Red Blend Tuscany
Winery: Bindella / Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
The nose is rather closed but eventually reveals aromas of espresso, toasted oak, clove and a balsamic note. The tightly wound palate offers unripe cherry, star anise and a green note of powdered sage while firm, grainy tannins leave an astringent finish.