Donnachiara, Taurasi Per Umberto Riserva DOCG, 2018 Syrah Finca El Bosque is put

Finca El Bosque is put through its malolactic fermentation in new oak and is also matured in new oak - French and Romanian - for 18 months

A 50/50 blend of Roussanne and Bourboulenc

Perfectly poised

After temperature controlled fermentation the wines were transferred to both large oak foudres and small oak barriques for both the Malolactic Fermentation and the ageing thereafter which lasted for around 18 months depending on the grape variety

Alain’s secret to maintaining depth

Donnachiara, Taurasi Per Umberto Riserva DOCG, 2018 Syrah Finca El Bosque is putRipe black cherry, damson and dried cranberry unfold on the nose, layered with notes of tobacco, cocoa, sweet spice and a touch of volcanic smokiness. The palate is deep and structured, with firm, well knit tannins and a savoury, mineral drive that carries through to a long, complex finish. Powerful yet refined, it benefits from decanting and will continue to evolve beautifully over time. Try it with wild mushroom and truffle risotto, slow roasted