Ar.Pe.Pe. Buon Consiglio Riserva, Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG, Italy 2016 Matt Taylor The aftertaste leaves juicy acidity

The aftertaste leaves juicy acidity and firm tannins

tar and licorice on the nose

The 2017 Coteaux Champenois Blanc En Vieux Fombrés has turned out nicely

Hats off to the team of Christian Moueix and director Tod Mostero

a full-bodied and rich taste with well-balanced tannins

Ar.Pe.Pe. Buon Consiglio Riserva, Valtellina Superiore Grumello DOCG, Italy 2016 Matt Taylor The aftertaste leaves juicy acidityDense and tightly meshed, with taut, chalky tannins and a racy streak of minerality married to flavors of dried black cherry, medicinal herbs, orange peel and milled pepper. Reveals savory hints of tobacco and smoke that push through and linger on the persistent finish. Let this open in the glass or decant for full enjoyment. Drink now through 2031. 1,050 cases made, 150 cases imported. 93 Pts Wine Spectator