Broccardo Barolo San Giovanni 2021

“San Giovanni is a historic vineyard, situated at over 400 metres in Monforte d’Alba and owned by the Broccardo family. This wine is drop-dead gorgeous, offering a seductive purity of red berry fruit, lifted by bright wild Mediterranean macchia herbs, graphite and fresh rose petals. Mineral-laced tannins are steadfast, resolving into blood orange acidity, clove and crushed stone nuances on a lengthy, vivid and seemingly everlasting finish. Positively stunning.”

“A restrained and elegant wine with watermelon, cinnamon, blood orange peel and flowers on the nose. The attack is powerful, with a full body, crisp yet integrated acidity and very good firm, dusty, ripe tannins. Try from 2027.”

“Late summer underbrush mingles with drying herbs and sun-warmed berries still clinging to their vines. The afternoon light seems to awaken this wine, coaxing out subtle threads of savory spice. Rich and persistent, dark cherries melt into freshly cracked cinnamon stick and crushed cloves before settling into notes of steeped oolong tea. The tannins stand at attention while bright acidity keeps everything in perfect harmony, balancing fruit and savory elements like a well-rehearsed orchestra. Drink from 2027”