Brezza Barolo Sarmassa 2021 – Barolo

(organic) The wine has a pale ruby color. The nose is elegant, reserved, but offers a certain concentration. It expresses notes of red cherry, raspberry, crisp strawberry and cranberry, combined with hints of blueberry, blackcurrant, which are then complemented by hints of peppermint, sweet fresh tobacco, infused tea, as well as fresh peony and rose. After aeration, there is a delicate and airy spiciness – aromas of liquorice, crushed cardamom and nutmeg, with tangy dark chocolate in the background and toasted almond. The palate is savory, juicy and tangy, yet still gourmand. It expresses notes of red cherry, cranberry, fresh red currant, raspberry and blackcurrant, combined with blackcurrant leaves, peppermint and bergamot tea. There is also a tangy touch of cocoa nibs, sweet coffee, as well as a delicate floral bouquet (peony, rose, violet), associated with a touch of refined roasting (lightly toasted hazelnut, fresh wood). Tannins are tight, slightly grippy but well structured, fine and solid. Beautiful length with a salivating acidity and notes of red cherry and cocoa nibs.