Vignerons Schmolzer & Brown 'Thorley' Nebbiolo 2022

A vibrant deep terracotta hue, perhaps a hint of dried blood. The nose gives dried rose petal and dried sweet herbs (lavender, sage) then tobacco leaf, brandied prune and comfy leather. In the mouth the wine is tactile and medium-bodied with ropes of jutey tannin enfolding red plum, tart cherry fruits and cold tea to length.

“A cool vintage in a cool wine region certainly showcases the naturally high tannins and acidity in a grape like nebbiolo. All of this makes the 2022, a good wine for further ageing. Pepper, sage, thyme, tomato leaf and earth mingle with cranberry and sour cherry aromas. Brings a strong herbal presence to the glass together with red fruits, and is structured firmly in savoury tannins.” by Jeni Port, for Halliday Wine Companion.