Bella has gone through several iterations since the Roberts family launched her as an homage to the Twilight character, yet the vineyard sourcing has remained rather elite. Recently, they’ve focused on Sangiovese from Joe Hattrup’s Elephant Mountain Vineyard. It’s a delicious expression that lovers of Chianti will appreciate, brimming with bright red fruit and a profile that showcases acidity rather than tannin. At Westport’s on-premise SeaGlass Grill, see if the Cheese Ravioli with Fresh Pesto and Prawns is on the menu. Qualifying award: Seattle Wine Awards (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 92 points
Production: 237 cases
Alcohol: 14%
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