2015 Giuseppe Quintarelli 'Alzero' Cabernet Veneto IGT Champagne herb and anise

herb and anise

"The 2018 Houyi Vineyard Cabernet has a massive structure

A dusty texture

mocha and black cherry followed by secondary nuances of graphite and minerals

The first vintage was 1999

2015 Giuseppe Quintarelli 'Alzero' Cabernet Veneto IGT Champagne herb and anise"The 2015 Cabernet Alzero is loaded with varietal character, bursting from the glass with a dark blend of black fruits, savory herbs, pencil lead and crushed stone. This is velvety smooth, with juicy acidity to balance and a core of mineral tinged red and blue fruits complemented by confectionary spice. It leaves the palate reeling with youthful tension as hints of blood orange swirl under an air of violet inner florals. Dusty tannins resonate