Rocche Costamagna 'Rocche dell'Annunziata', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2017 Bardolino The 2017 Alesia Pinot Noir

The 2017 Alesia Pinot Noir Anderson Valley is pale to medium ruby-purple with a pretty nose of autumn leaves

Lively and clear ruby with bright orange hues

and brown sugar lead to a smooth

but will continue to improve in the bottle

Rocche Costamagna 'Rocche dell'Annunziata', Barolo DOCG, Italy 2017 Bardolino The 2017 Alesia Pinot NoirThis is rich and broad, featuring plum, cherry, leather, spice, tobacco and mineral flavors. Complex and beautifully balanced, with lively tannins directing the finish, this red shows class and finesse. Fruit, mineral and spice accents prevail on the aftertaste. Best from 2025 through 2048. 2,000 cases made, 600 cases imported. 94 Pts Wine Spectator