Clos LaChance Santa Cruz Nebbiolo 1997
Varietal: Other Red Wine
Vineyard: Clos LaChance
Region: Central Coast, California
"1997 was a great year for wine in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Those familiar with this grape from the Piedmont region will welcome the amazing variety of flavors this complex wine has to offer. Its subtle power balances nutmeg and cinnamon against plum, watermelon and cherry. Tobacco, vanilla cream and dates prevail against orange blossom, nutmeg and almond. The garnet/brick color will surprise drinkers looking for a mild wine. Look for strong, but balanced tannins in the mouth with intense flavor and acidity. The spicy mouthfeel carefully juggles melon, cherry, amaretto and plum flavors. Drink this wine with a hearty northern Italian, spit roasted meal."
