"Very accessible, the nose unfurls with generous notes of red cherry, raspberry, orange peel, sage and liquorice. Firm tannins and refreshing acidity contribute to the wine’s lovely balance." Armit Wines

Closed and compact leafy nose. Still very youthful and embryonic. Distinct earthiness with a minerally undertow and ripe cherry. Spectacular balance of ripe, sweet cherry, tangy acidity and really fine, long tannins. Amazing focus and energy. 18.5/20, Walter Speller MW, jancisrobinson.com

"Claudio’s 40 year old vines have yielded a fragrant, pretty Cannubi with precise notes of dried red berry fruit, wild raspberry, cherry, balsamico, and a hint of sweet spice and mint. Lovely." Armit Wines

The 2018 Colle Vota is the first release since the 2014 vintage. A truly great red, Eric Guido of Vinous described the last release by asking “Is this Montepulciano or Grand Cru Burgundy – or maybe Chateau Rayas?” We found the comparison close to home with the 2018 vintage, which shows an earthy, spicy character and muscular frame that would...

Perfumed and floral, with delicate touches of wild raspberry, liquorice and earthy notes of truffle and dried herbs. Very enticing, but give it time to open up.