This vintage marked the second of two harvests former Gallo winemaker Heather Nenow spent at this Southern Oregon showpiece, and her effort with owner Ed Kerwin’s vineyard has resulted in just the fourth Platinum in the judging’s 22-year history awarded to this robust Tuscan grape. There’s an Old World feel to the layers of earthiness and gaminess that are joined by Bing cherry, black pepper and plum-skin tannins. A rack of lamb, osso buco and Beef Bolognese would be ideal dinner companions. Award: Savor NW (gold).
Rating: Platinum, 93 points
Production: 211 cases
Alcohol: 13.2%
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