2016 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse Bodegas Oliveras with its new Rosso delle

with its new Rosso delle Ripalte

cedar and clove animate this medium-bodied

California-style white wine boasts fresh grapefruit and lemon verbena aromas

I suspect it’s going to drink nicely right out of the gate (that’s the vintage) yet

The Cavallotto 2019 Barolo Bricco Boschis (a certified organic wine) would benefit from more time in the bottle

2016 | Chene Bleu Abelard Red Blend | Vaucluse Bodegas Oliveras with its new Rosso delleAn intriguing late release red, with some lovely signs of evolution balsamic, leafy tobacco, forest floor notes melding seamlessly with juicy plum sauce and mocha accents. A salty beam of acidity brings energy. Elegant, long and caressing, offering plenty of fleshiness and charm. Drinking beautifully now, with life for the cellar. Delicious. Grenache and Syrah. 93 Pts Wine Spectator