2019 Ravensworth Hilltops Nebbiolo, Canberra District
The 15th of March is an auspicious day on our Gregorian calendar as it celebrates International Stab Someone In the Back Day, figuratively speaking. Harking back to less tolerant times, it is of course the Ides of March when Julius Caesar resigned to the smell of betrayal as the blade slipped all too easily between the ribs of his back. On this day, if you feel the urge, do what the modern day Romans would do and pour yourself a glass of wine.
The 2019 Ravensworth Nebbiolo is from a vineyard in the Hilltops region of New South Wales, not too far from the nation’s capital. The colour is a light crimson and flashes brightly along the edge of a blade. The nose is glorious with floral notes, rose water, red berries and hints of tomato relish dripping with savoury tarry nuances. The palate is keen with a balancing of lightness and power. Red fruits, tar, earth and savoury tones build in volume, splaying beautifully against the sharp tactile bed of tannins. Its persistence is alluring, calming and disarming; perfect for the day.
Enjoy!
Rating: 94 pts
Closure: Screwtop
Alc: 14%
Drink: Now; 3-10 yrs
Price: $45
Tasted: December 2021
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Hello James
Tony and Jane Kinsman have just been over for a cup of coffee, on a visit to Brisbane, as they are now living in Mornington Peninsular, Tony being the bearer of a 2016 Nebbiolo from Pizzini in the King Valley, so I am hoping it will be as good as yours. Another friend in Geelong has also tried and recommended the Pizzini brand, after being treated to some 20 year old stuff when last at the winery.
Regards
Geoff
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well James. Never heard of tomato relish to describe the character of wine but that ‘s because you are the wine master….
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Wine master is something I cannot claim. As a compliment though I will accept it graciously!
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