Valter Musso Bricco Rio Sordo, Barbaresco DOCG, Italy 2017 Morlet Family Vineyards cola and dark chocolate are

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Pure and long

A wine for winding down and perking up—treat yourself on any night of the week

Deep ruby to the eye

A blend of 75 per cent merlot and 25 per cent cabernet franc

Valter Musso Bricco Rio Sordo, Barbaresco DOCG, Italy 2017 Morlet Family Vineyards cola and dark chocolate areUnderbrush, new leather, violet and mature forest berry aromas lift out of the glass with a whiff of menthol. On the full bodied palate, tightly knit, close grained tannins support dried cherry, spiced cranberry and star anise alongside surprisingly fresh acidity for the hot vintage. A hint of espresso signals the close. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast