90POINTS
16½/20
Contadi Castaldi Piñonero Natura 2009
Brescia, Lombardy, ItalyThe depth of pinot nero fruit is expressed here, bolstered by an average vine age of 25 years going in, and 60 months on the lees. Serious and structured, with crunchy acidity breaking up subtle cherry, red grapefruit pithiness and a fine bead of savoury spices. Firm and confident, with depth of flavours that will continue to merge and age gracefully over the next decade easy. Duck anyone?Tasted: 25 February 2016Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:ON | $45.00 | 750ml |