Tasting Notes
The definition of a cult wine. Extremely unique and intriguing, there is a Cru Beaujolais character to the wine in terms of structure and delicacy, but otherwise, it's hard to pin down. 100% Rossese di Dolceacqua, only found here and in Provence, though named Tibouren there (nobody is quite sure if it's like for like, or just closely related). The wine is incredibly interesting, pure of fruit with no oak influence, allowing the varietal to really sing. You get a very intriguing blend of red fruit and earthy spice. Exceptionally delicate and intricate, but powerful and complex.
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Rossese di Dolceacqua, the grape and appellation, is not one you see frequently in the UK, but we're thrilled to have this one to offer. Maccario Dringenberg totals just 4 hectares, but the small scale has not hampered the reputation built here. Giovanna, daughter of one of Western Liguria's pioneers, Mario, has cared for the vineyard and cellar here for over 20 years. The vineyard is latched onto insanely steep slopes and the vines are all bush trained, making for insane vineyard work. The quality of character produced here however, would make it well worth the toil. Western Liguria is just up the coast from the French boarder on the Mediterranean coast, the area is extremely overlooked in the wider wine world.