There is a lot to admire in this drop-dead gorgeous Valpolicella from Romano Dal Forno

not a sour side

mocha and floral nuances and slow-building tobacco and leather elements

There is enough wood present to warrant commenting on though it’s not enough to endanger the clear expression of the pretty red cherry

dried cherry iron - all signs of a fully mature wine - are front and center

Domaine Leroy, Savigny Beaune Narbantons other_regions_australia There is a lot toThis is not shy as the nose is greeted by a crescendo of earthy black fruit, underbrush aromas and a bit of oak toast followed by exquisitely intense, spicy and extremely long flavors. The definition and precision here are simply stupendous for Savigny. Wonderful.