2016 Mazzoni Ghemme ai Livelli [V91]

Producer: Mazzoni 
Region: Ghemme,  Piedmont, Italy  
Varietal: Nebbiolo  
Year: 2016 

Vinous, 91 Points 

"The 2016 Ghemme Ai Livelli is loaded with a savory and mineral character.  Dried herbs, licorice, spice, menthol and orange zest open with a bit of coaxing.  This brooding powerhouse packs quite the punch.  I am not sure the tannins will ever fully relent before the fruit fades, though." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"The pride of the estate and a gorgeous Ghemme for the cellar. ‘ai Livelli’ is a selection of vines planted in 1968 from within the ‘dei Mazzoni’ vineyard. This extra bit of wisdom translates to deeper, darker berry fruit and more meaty tannins, all wrapped in the supple silk and floral essence that defines the finest Ghemme Nebbiolo.  Aromas of black and red cherries, red roses, light pepper, baking spices. Deep, complex and silky; medium tannins." 

Alcohol: 14%  

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