Donnachiara Aglianico Taurasi - 2015 (750ml) Biodynamic and a bit of oak

and a bit of oak bitterness

incredible purity and length

while the old vine grenache and syrah from the stony upper hillside contribute ripe flavors and warmth on the palate

Made with Dewa Sanzan rice produced in Yamagata Prefecture polished to 60%

cloves and others

Donnachiara Aglianico Taurasi - 2015 (750ml) Biodynamic and a bit of oakThis inky colored wine has subdued aromas evoking blackberry jam, ground pepper, eucalyptus and a whiff of woodshop. The dense, monolithic palate offers dried black cherry, bitter prune, star anise, oak and roasted coffee bean alongside grainy tannins that leave an astringent, drying finish. You'll also get a green note of powdered sage. Give the tannins another few years to soften, then drink to capture the remaining fruit and freshness. Kerin