Bricco del Drago Langhe Rosso Spy ValleyFirst released in 1969, this was the first 'Super Vino da Tavola' in the Piedmont, possibly the first in Italy. Deep, ruby red with fine, nuanced aromas, reflecting the ideal interplay of Nebbiolo and Dolcetto. Notes of blueberries, plums and cherry with hints of dried herbs and sun baked earth. Taut, concentrated plum and black fruit on the palate alongside wild cherry and fresh redcurrants. There are also hints of spice, coffee, bitter chocolate and
This passed to his son Henri
Yields were down on most varieties
The name means ‘little donkey’ in the local dialect
Serve with light lunches
with elegance and a savoury
“I don’t want a big fruit bomb nor a dark wine with blocky oak tannin
A raspberry-flavoured liqueur from Luxardo using its Sambuca as a base
All in sand over granite sand
made with 100% natural potatoes
It is presented in a stunning decanter by Italian designer Ferruccio Laviani
A precise and astute wine with plenty of interest
Olly Smith - so drink with your classic Sunday roast lamb
