Cascina Le Doti Barbaresco Bordini 2017 (75cl, 14.4%)

A Barbaresco from the Bordini vineyard in Neive, made entirely from Nebbiolo. It spends 18 months in barrique and rests for six months in bottle before release. The 2017 vintage is drinking well now, with enough structure to keep for a few years. Medium ruby with an orange tinge. Aromas of cranberry, dried roses, forest floor, liquorice and tar. Medium-bodied with balanced tannin and acidity, showing forest berries, cherry, spice and herbs. Serve slightly chilled with red meat, game, aged cheese or mushroom dishes.