This also would benefit from the development of more depth

grainy tannins and bold freshness

12% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle picked from 29 September until 14 November over four or five pickings

Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 2009 Bordeaux tasting

blackberry and boysenberry fruit rolling through

Le Ragnaie, Passo Del Lume Spento Vintage:2018 This also would benefit fromCherry, strawberry, floral and juniper flavors are quickly encased in a cloak of dense, lively tannins in this red. Though solid and gripping, the lasting impression is not overly astringent. Has length too. Best from 2025 through 2040. 251 cases made, 100 cases imported.