David Arthur - Nebbiolo 2014 (750ml) Oporto

David Arthur - Nebbiolo 2014 (750ml) OportoOften described as one of Italys most noble wines, Nebbiolo is a red grape variety that hails from the Northern region of Piemonte where wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco are produced. Known for its versatility, Nebbiolo can be paired with an endless array of dishes. Its hallmark characteristics are light color, intense aromatics and a wonderful balance of fruit, tannin and acidity. Here in the Napa Valley, very few vintners produce a Nebbiolo, but

tobacco and subtle vanilla

Coming from a beautiful terroir on the upper plateau

with an intense

this wine offers light baking spice and dried herb components that balance it and provide complexity

The motif here is always generous fruit and structured tannin in perfect harmony

in the Jory hills just south of Salem) that Evesham Wood has been working with for decades make up the bulk of the blend along with Eola-Amity Hills AVA sites: Prophet

Hallmark volcanic minerality sets this wine apart

The Eisele Vineyard grapes are certified ‘Organic’ by CCOF and ‘Biodynamic’ by Demeter

subtle stewed fruit aromas

50% of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 12 months and the other 50% is aged in stainless steel tanks

Perfect with Asian-inspired steamed dumplings such as pork and leek

The 2018 Duhart-Milon is composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot