Valcatrina Tinto has a good concentration on the nose. Rich in aroma with notes of black ripe fruit combined with notes of spices from the ageing in oak barrels. In the mouth it presents good structure with ripe tannins. The aftertaste is rich, elegant and long.

PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO Riserva Montefico, Barbaresco DOCG

Situated between Neive and the town of Barbaresco itself, Cotta beautifully combines the rich, fuller-bodied nature of Neive, with the tannic structure of Barbaresco. With a south-west exposure, it is usally the richest and roundest of the Sottimano crus, typically showing abundant red and black fruits with refined nuances of mint, leading to a palate of notable length. The tannins are there, but beautifully expressive and silky. A benchmark Barbaresco with a 15-20 year cellar life.

Intense ruby red colour with violet reflections. Complex bouquet with lots of red fruits. Full bodied, soft, quite tannic and harmonious. Ready to drink. Excellent with rich first courses, red meat, game and medium seasoned cheeses.

Shining in a clear ruby red colour, the bouquet intrigues you with notes of raspberry and wild berries, mixed with a number of spices and aromas of undergrowth. In the mouth it surprises with a wonderful elegance and a good tannic structure to frame the wine. Velvety tannins in the finish. Already enjoyable now despite the young age, it will develop over a few years. Suggested food pairings: lamb, roasted red meats, herb risotto and hard mature cheeses.

Intense garnet red colour, the nose features fragrant aromas of cassis and blackberry with hints of vanilla. With the acid vein that sustains, the tannin that weaves and the pulp of fruit that everything harmoniously wraps and contains, the mouthfeel is majestic with notes of cherries, clove, licorice, sweet tannins and long finish. Great companion for game, roasted red meats, mature cheeses and salami. Very suitable also as an after dinner drink.

This is a beautiful, balanced blend of native Portuguese varietals - touriga nacional, touriga franca and tinta roriz. A full bodied wine that will pair deliciously well with a summer barbecue. #5 Top Best Buys Wine Enthusiast 2017.