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16¾/20
LaStella Fortissimo 2016
Osoyoos, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaWith a nod to the Super Tuscan tradition, this is a merlot dominant blend (at 76%), followed by cabernet sauvignon, sangiovese, and cabernet franc, sourced from various southern Okanagan vineyards. Aging in French and Slavonian oak barrels, puncheons and botti, 10% of which were new, has well-knit this structural wine, merging the graphite, cassis, blackberry and tight grain leather together along a bigger palate. Though the fruit carries power, it isn't overripe at all, rather riding the savoury side of southern Okanagan to a dried rosemary and sage finale. Drinking beautifully now, and will continue to do so in your cellar.Tasted: 02 August 2019Tasted by: Prices:| BC | $29.99 | 750ml | winery direct, private wine shops |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Sangiovese - Cabernet FrancCSPC: 8102UPC: 808755017126
