Orlando Abrigo Barbaresco (75cl, 14.5%)

Orlando Abrigo Barbaresco is a 100% Nebbiolo DOCG wine from Treiso in Piedmont, Italy, bottled at 14.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. The fruit comes from the Meruzzano vineyard, and the wine ages in French oak tonneaux for 10 to 15 months, only 20% of which is new wood, followed by 4 to 6 months of bottle ageing before release. Total production is roughly 20,000 bottles. The restrained use of new oak preserves Nebbiolo's varietal transparency. Serve at 60-65°F after 30 to 45 minutes in a decanter, in a large-bowled Burgundy-style glass. The nose opens with rose and fresh violets, then redcurrant, pomegranate and a hint of orange peel, with earthy spice and a savory quality. The palate has plump cherry and macerated strawberry, medium body, dark plum and black raspberry, with ripe, easygoing tannins. The finish carries garden herbs, a whisper of eucalyptus oil and earthy spice.