Pelissero, Langhe, Long Now 2004 Syrah dried red fruits

dried red fruits

90 CellarTracker

this is a fantastic example of Rioja with breadth

holding it together

92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Pelissero, Langhe, Long Now 2004 Syrah dried red fruitsBlend of 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera CellarTracker Blend of 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera, Inky purple black, deep and opaque. Big, ripe and powerful nose of prune, Christmas pudding, blueberry and baked fruits. Rich and robust on entry, with ripe fruits, dried prune, blueberry, dark cherry and and hints of smokiness. The oak is still prominent on background but integrating. It has a tannic backbone with medium finish. On 2nd day it has toned down on