Country: Italy / Grumello Rocca de Piro Riserva
Variety: Nebbiolo Lombardy
Winery: Arpepe / Valtellina Superiore
Initially shy, this opens up with a few swirls of the glass to reveal underbrush, truffle, pressed rose and a balsamic note. The tense palate is lean and linear, offering tart red cherry, strawberry, clove and mineral while bright acidity and firm noble tannins provide balance. Drink 2017–2022.