Ashes & Diamonds Saffron Vineyard Mountain Cuvée 2018 (750ml) Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Ashes & Diamonds Saffron Vineyard Mountain Cuvée 2018 (750ml) Conegliano-Valdobbiadene Prosecco SuperioreVINOUS MEDIAScore90Date2018 12 01"The 2016 Mountain Cuve Saffron Vineyard No. 1, a Merlot Cabernet Franc blend, is powerful and austere, but, then again, we are talking about a young Howell Mountain wine. Savory herb, licorice and lavender notes open up, but only with great reluctance. Even within the context of Howell Mountain Cabernet, the 2016 is compact and not especially expressive."

The recent geological discoveries in the two gravel mounds of Olivier have confirmed the richness and diversity of an outstanding viticultural heritage

Bricco delle Viole is a world apart in terms of soils (with Sant'Agata marl and fossils) and even harvest times

Appellation: Dundee Hills (100% Estate)

The result is a powerful

with ripe black fruits

on fruit days only according to the biodynamic calendar

Pinot Noir and Trousseau

and soft leather build depth and nuance

Floral aromatics of honeysuckle

settled and then fermented at very low temperatures in concrete and stainless steel tanks

medium to full-bodied wine

this wine pairs well with an assortment of different cuisines