Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina 2016

Deep, almost impenetrable ruby red. Initially rather closed nose with mineral notes and a hint of oak sawdust. Then as it progresses gravel road, mint and hints of caraway. The palate is then fleshy, punchy, with concentrated sour cherry fruit and a tannin that is present but never intrusive. Despite a certain opulence, it is a balanced wine that - away from the mainstream - is guaranteed to find its friends who will give it the necessary understanding, plenty of experience and also patience.