Wine Reviews

Offering a mix of cherry, plum, rose and tar flavors, this red is fresh and focused. A line of engaging tannins keeps this firm, while vibrant acidity extends the complex, fruit-, spice- and mineral-tinged aftertaste. Shows excellent equilibrium.

Here’s a Nebbiolo with balanced freshness and a fun bouquet that is lifted and bright, showing aromas of redcurrant and dried violet. The Michele Chiarlo 2021 Barbaresco Asili shows the power and elegance of this classic vintage, and it does so with easy confidence.

Quite simple and fruity, showing strawberries, red cherries and fresh roses. Not too spicy. Light-bodied with chalky tannins, crisp acidity and a lean finish. Drink now.

An evolved and complex wine with a lot of fresh leather and blood oranges, dried flowers and earthy tones. Firm on the palate, this has medium body and slightly dusty tannins balanced by fruit concentration and juicy acidity in the finish.

The estate boasts three plots totaling 1ha on the renowned hill of Asili. These were harvested between 5 and 10 October in 2023 – absolutely in line with the classic timeframe. The wine captures quintessential elegance of the site, highlighting its beautiful, perfumed attributes. Violet, tarragon and cinnamon lift from the glass. That sweet herb character carries over in the mouth, infusing the red cherry core. Admirable fruit substance is harmoniously framed by fine-boned tannins, and a lightly chalky texture lends textural dimension. Juicy acidity keeps this flowing.