The 1998 Sulbric is a Piedmont blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Barbera (40%). If ever there were a "Super Piedmont" that's ready to drink now, this is it. A rich nose of violet, spice and minimal oak leads way to a savory palate of black cherry, coffee bean and velvety tannins. Smooth integrated acidity is a function of nearly 15 years of ...
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The 1998 Sulbric is a Piedmont blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Barbera (40%). If ever there were a "Super Piedmont" that's ready to drink now, this is it. A rich nose of violet, spice and minimal oak leads way to a savory palate of black cherry, coffee bean and velvety tannins. Smooth integrated acidity is a function of nearly 15 years of bottle age. This elegant red demands red meat. We highly recommend a wild boar ragu and fresh pasta.
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From the cool, dark cellar of Franco Martinetti within the hills of Piedmont comes the recent release of the 1998 Sulbric. Nearly 15 years ago, a love-match between Martinetti's old vine Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon was formed.
We recently tasted through a vertical of the 1998, 1999, 2007 and 2008 vintages and were captivated by the elegance of the 1998. Simply put, the 1998 typifies what a sophisticated wine with age becomes: smooth, velvety, broad yet balanced, has vibrant acidity, throws of old-world aromas, and displays garnet hues on the edge. Quite frankly, this is a wine you will not put down.
The 1998 Sulbric is a Super Piedmont blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Barbera (40%). This 15 year old Italian gem is ready to drink now.It boasts a rich nose of violet and spice. Minimal oak leads way to a savory palate of black cherry, coffee bean and velvety tannins. Rarely do you see a wine with such age that still boasts balanced acidity and structure.
This ethereal red is ready to enjoy now and over the next five years. We highly recommend pairing it with cured meats, hard cheeses and wild boar ragu with fresh pasta. Enjoy!
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From the cool, dark cellar of Franco Martinetti within the hills of Piedmont comes the recent release of the 1998 Sulbric. Nearly 15 years ago, a love-match between Martinetti's old vine Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon was formed.
We recently tasted through a vertical of the 1998, 1999, 2007 and 2008 vintages and were captivated by the elegance of the 1998. Simply put, the 1998 typifies what a sophisticated wine with age becomes: smooth, velvety, broad yet balanced, has vibrant acidity, throws of old-world aromas, and displays garnet hues on the edge. Quite frankly, this is a wine you will not put down.
The 1998 Sulbric is a Super Piedmont blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Barbera (40%). This 15 year old Italian gem is ready to drink now.It boasts a rich nose of violet and spice. Minimal oak leads way to a savory palate of black cherry, coffee bean and velvety tannins. Rarely do you see a wine with such age that still boasts balanced acidity and structure.
This ethereal red is ready to enjoy now and over the next five years. We highly recommend pairing it with cured meats, hard cheeses and wild boar ragu with fresh pasta. Enjoy!
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Piedmont
In northern Italy, Piedmont is home to a number of grape varietals. Among them is the "noble grape" Nebbiolo. Grown in several sub-regions, the most popular Nebbiolos hail from Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe, Gattinara and ...
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Piedmont
In northern Italy, Piedmont is home to a number of grape varietals. Among them is the "noble grape" Nebbiolo. Grown in several sub-regions, the most popular Nebbiolos hail from Barolo, Barbaresco, Langhe, Gattinara and Nebbiolo d'Alba.
Barolos and Barbarescos boast delicious notes of cherry, rose petal and spice and thus often called the Burgundies of Italy. Ageworthy, these wines typically have well balanced structure that allows them to evolve for decades. Between them, Barolos are often characterized as king and Barbaresco as queen, with the latter often displaying a bit softer and more femanine interpreation of the grape - but ageworthy just the same.
In addition to Nebbiolo, Piedmont is known for more fruit forward varietals, such Barbera and Dolcetto, which display dark berry and plum flavors. And, though predominently known for red wine, Piedmont is home to delicious whites such as Gavi (Cortese), Arneis and Chardonnay.
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