2019 | Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello Riserva | Tuscany Napa Valley the toasted corn treat

the toasted corn treat

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Mineral-drenched pear

Smaragd or not

liquorice and spices

2019 | Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello Riserva | Tuscany Napa Valley the toasted corn treatRuby red colour with delicate garnet hues on the edge. Fruity aromas, including blueberry, cherry and macerated black cherry, pervade the nose first. However, the tertiary notes provided by the lengthy ageing are what stand out most here. Cinnamon, tobacco, tealeaf, roasted coffee bean and, lastly, subtle hints of leather are the main descriptors. Elegant spices, such as white pepper, cloves and cinnamon, round off the sensory journey. The velvety,