Dolomiti Teroldego

Its been way too long since having this in my glass. Reductive at first, but plenty if aeration won the good fight, its black cherry and currant notes meld well with its peppery and granitic bite. Such a singular varietal especially in the hands of the master. Perhaps this had a touch more tension than I remember, this was quite wound up and almost had a serious side than previous experiences.

I’ve had probably 10-12 bottles of this wine and while it’s always been very good, this 2016 might be the best of the bunch. Juicy and refreshing, yet structured and serious. Fruit and earth in perfect balance.

Very earthy and a bit astringent. Would love to see how it shows after being open for a day.

This was wonderful. Bright purple hues in the glass and a tightness on the first sip that told me we had to decant it. Did so for 24 hours and could have used some more.

Highly acidic, rich tannins, but well balanced with dark fruits and a little sourness. This is a complicated guy. I could use a few more glasses and another day of decanting to pull it apart.

Been a few years since I’ve tried this wine and I was very impressed. Incredible QPR.

Cellar raid #18 - the standard bearer of the Dolomites - lots of fruit, freshness, and yet structure.

A lot going on here. Some mild barnyard in the nose, focused black fruits, soft tannins and most notably an oily texture.

Fresh blackberries, beautiful acidity, all around gorgeous

2020 spring / summer. Always a brambly, wild, vivacious glassful

Happy Birthday to my beautiful wife!