Cascina Preziosa 'Castleng' Nebbiolo Coste della Sesia, Piedmont, Italy 2018 Mencia A highly extractive

A highly extractive

Moncuit's parcel was planted in 1956

Limpid straw-yellow

This deep-garnet-colored wine offers a bouquet of black cherry

It's going to need 4-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades

Cascina Preziosa 'Castleng' Nebbiolo Coste della Sesia, Piedmont, Italy 2018 Mencia A highly extractiveRuby with hints of garnet. The nose is elegant, high toned, and refined. Abundant red cherry with hints of citrus including blood orange as well as fine spices such as tamarind, ginger, quinine, and black pepper. Subtle yet persistent minerality. The palate is vibrant and tense. Generous red cherry with sweet tannins and a savory vein, finishing with abundant freshness.