2016 Proprieta Sperino Lessona

The 2016 oozes charm, with its ripe cherry and mint aromas. The palate is tannic and rather austere but the Nebbiolo needs time to evolve and open up. The fine-grained tannins give texture and support the tangy acidity, and the finish is elegant and very long. This is a great vintage but the wine is still too youthful and will benefit from cellaring. (SB)