Donnachiara, Taurasi Per Umberto Riserva DOCG, 2018 Variant:DUTY PAID mineral precision and a lingering

mineral precision and a lingering saline tension

From the brilliant husband and wife team - wonderfully (and sometimes confusingly) named Francesco and Francesca - this Valpolicella is proof of La Giaretta's commitment to quality across their entire range from their base level Valpolicella

embodying elegance and finesse

along with a distinct minerality

and red cherry

Donnachiara, Taurasi Per Umberto Riserva DOCG, 2018 Variant:DUTY PAID mineral precision and a lingeringRipe black cherry, damson and dried cranberry unfold on the nose, layered with notes of tobacco, cocoa, sweet spice and a touch of volcanic smokiness. The palate is deep and structured, with firm, well knit tannins and a savoury, mineral drive that carries through to a long, complex finish. Powerful yet refined, it benefits from decanting and will continue to evolve beautifully over time. Try it with wild mushroom and truffle risotto, slow roasted