Roero Printi Riserva DOCG
Alc:
14.5% ABV
Grapes:
100% Nebbiolo
Color:
Deep garnet red with orange reflections due to aging
Nose:
Camphor, scorched earth, fruitcake and oak spice, with subtle floral undertones
Palate:
Linear and intense; flavors of prune in spirits, licorice, vanilla, and roasted coffee bean, framed by close-grained, mouth-drying tannins
Winemaking:
From selected old vines on Roero’s sandy slopes; long maceration; matured in oak barrels and further refined in bottle for Riserva classification
Body & Style:
Full-bodied, structured, and age-worthy; elegant expression of Nebbiolo with the finesse typical of Roero
Food Pairing:
Excellent with lamb, roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses
Ratings:
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 90 points James Suckling: 89 points Wine Enthusiast: 89 points
Description
A ruby-red hue. Intense and very deep, with unmistakeable aromatic facets; an initially ethereal impact gives way to hints of raspberry and blackberry, complex by a background of sweet spices (cinnamon) and noble wood. Great character, dense tannins and balanced; a full-bodied almost chewy, silky soft tannins gradually spread into a long, round finish.