I suspect this will come close to the quality of the Hill of Grace at a fraction of the price

I also tasted two consecutive vintages of the slate Pinot Noir

Riper aromas include those of rosemary oil

The palate is very well structured with a keen line of acidity cutting a swathe through the crystalline blackberry and blueberry fruit

floral and – surprisingly – a lightly herbal note to the nose

Tassi, Colombaio Brut Zero I suspect this will comeLustrous mid ruby. Still a little compact and tight on the nose. Concentrated, supple cherry fruit of great depth and pushed by lifted acidity. Firm chalky tannins that demand more time, but the whole is finely balanced. (WS)