Breaux Vineyards – 2016 Nebbiolo – Virginia

The nose is fruity and offers a certain intensity as well as a small concentration. It reveals notes of pulpy purple plum, fleshy cherry and small notes of pepper associated with fine touches of wild blackberry as well as discreet hints of wild flowers. The palate is fruity and offers juiciness, an acidulous frame, salinity/iodine, a good definition as well as a certain roundness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy cherry, pulpy purple plum and small notes of violet associated with touches of small red fruits as well as iodized hints and fine toasted hints. Tannins are sapid and saline. Good length. Velvety and supple. A subtle hint of cocoa in the background.