Per Kamperin

Mamete Prevostini – 2014 Corte di Cama Sforzato di Valtellina D.O.C.G

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This bottle initially appeared a bit angular and tight on the nose, but it soon revealed it’s pure and delicate Nebbiolo character. This wine was full-bodied with a high level of alcohol (15.5%). While still young, it showed real ‘elegance’ and a balanced acidity with rather ripe tannins. We found cherries, licorice (or anise..), a […]

2004 Elio Grasso Barolo Ginestra Casa Maté

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2004 Elio Grasso Barolo Ginestra Casa Maté. Distinct tannins, cherries, violets, roses, ham/meat with some wood and a hint of tobacco. Grape: Nebbiolo First vintage: 1978 Aspect and height above sea level: south-facing, 300-350 metres Soil type: moderately loose-packed, slightly clayey, limestone-based Vine training system and planting density: Guyot-trained at 4,500 vines per hectare Average age of productive vines: around 40 […]

2004 Giuseppe E Figlio Mascarello Barolo Monprivato

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2004 Giuseppe E Figlio Mascarello Barolo Monprivato. The definition of a ”Unicorn Wine”, elegant and complex, though still at beginning of drinking window IMO. Slow oxed (10h) & another 30 min in the glass before drinking, paired with self-picked wild Swedish Chanterelles on toast. Nice pairing IMO and in this bottle we found, as expected, […]