Clavis Orea other_regions Mario Fontana blends grapes from

Mario Fontana blends grapes from Castiglione Falletto and La Morra

broad and floral – given it blind I might almost guess Gewurz

offering intense raspberry and bitter cherry flavors and a strong suggestion of candied rose

The vibrant if slightly less dense medium weight flavors possess a highly sophisticated texture of lace and grace

with superripe

Clavis Orea other_regions Mario Fontana blends grapes fromAttractive nose showing Christmas cake spice and a distinct earthy and leafy note. Fine, elegant and firm tannins balance well with good freshness and a damp tobacco laden mid palate. An impressive effort, still very much in its infancy. (AC)