$39.98
Also known as Ribolla Nera, this grape varietal is notoriously difficult to ferment properly. In the old days, winethat hadn’t completed its fermentation would begin to re-ferment Read More...
in the bottle once the weather warmed up, causingbottles to explode with the pressure from carbon dioxide. This is how the grape gained its nickname, Schioppetino,or “little rifle.” And this wine is an absolutely remarkable example of Schioppettino – with an incredibly complex noseof tobacco, black pepper, leather, and black raspberries supported by notes of sea-salt, musk, and sandlewood,this wine delivers all this plus more – miso, green tea, dark chocolate, etc. – on the remarkably long, satisfying andimpeccably-balanced palate. A truly remarkable discovery. Try it with roasted duck or a hunk of Reggiano right offthe wheel. Limited.
