Alberelli di Giodo, Nerello Mascalese, Sicilia

Wauw...this is a damn good wine. Lovely balance; En danseuse and well structured at the same time. Red berries, earth, flowers and some spice - a slightly oaky feel...high quality. Elegant mouthfeel and a long lasting finish. Medium body with fine grained tannins. Such an enjoyment right now, but will be singing for the next 5+ years...maybe more. Even better on the second day.

100% Nerello Mascalese from 1.5 ha of north facing volcanic soil at 950 m with 80-100 yr vines trained in low-bush alberello at 5,000/ha. 7-day fermentation in steel and concrete tanks; 20-day maceration. Aged 18 months in large 500 L and 700 L oak casks, plus more time in concrete vats. 14% Abv. 9,000 bottles Background: Podere GIODO founded in 2002 by Carlo Ferrini and named to honorhis parents: Giovanna and Donatello. Now mostly run by daughter Bianca. A(ccuracy)=2: Bright …

Made from a tiny 1.5ha 80 to 100 year old vineyard located at 950 meters of altitude, aged for 18 months in FR oak, few months in concrete vats and 12 months in bottle. Medium+ ruby colour. Medium+ intensity rich aroma of raspberries, tobacco, dried herbs, cassis, cranberries, violets. Medium+ body, vibrant and juicy with rich and powerful structure, tart cherry flavours with floral and herbal touches, spicy edges, lively medium+ acidity, medium tannins. Would love to taste it again …