2013 Col dei Venti Tufo Blu, Barbaresco DOCG, Italy (750ml) Tequila with lasting notes of currant

with lasting notes of currant and cassis

smoky mineral–laced underpinning

creamy and lightly minerally

Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino might be considered Brunello's younger sibling

the original no-dosage Champagne

2013 Col dei Venti Tufo Blu, Barbaresco DOCG, Italy (750ml) Tequila with lasting notes of currantTASTING NOTES: Aromas suggesting rose water, leather, woodland berry, forest floor, cake spice and a balsamic note lead the way. The taut palate offers juicy black cherry, tart cranberry, baking spice and chopped herb alongside firm, polished tannins. A note of star anise closes the finish. Drink from 2018 through 2023. Wine Enthusiast, 90 pts