Torraccia del Piantavigna Ghemme 2015
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James
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Torraccia del Piantavigna Ghemme DOCG is ruby red verging on gold, with a delicate, elegant and persistent nose that suggests violet and licorice. Dry, powerful and potent on the palate, with soft tannins and good residual acidity.
A classic Ghemme with all the delicate aromas and flavors associated with this great terroir and with a softness and well-integrated structure thanks to long aging.
Blend: 90% Nebbiolo, 10% Vespolina
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The Torraccia del Piantavigna 2015 Ghemme (made with a blend of 90% Nebbiolo and 10% Vespolina) takes you on a terrific aromatic ride that starts off with an immediate hit of mint or medicinal herb and then veers toward wild berry, rose and pressed violet. That sudden transition between those two sides gives a jolt of energy to the wine. The wine is smooth and silky in terms of mouthfeel, with just enough tannic backbone to hold everything together for the long haul.
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James Suckling
Tangy and fresh with a pretty core of strawberries and light almonds. It’s medium-bodied with firm, silky tannins and a pretty finish. Drink in 2023 and onwards.
Other Vintages
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Robert
Parker
Attracting the most glory, prestige and fame to the Piedmont region, Nebbiolo in all of its expressions—Barolo, Barbaresco, Roero, Ghemme and Gattinara—creates a complex wine, truly unique for its delicate qualities combined with strength and a great potential to improve over time.
But Nebbiolo isn’t all there is to red wine from Piedmont! Barbera is the most planted variety and historically most popular as a dependable, food-friendly, everyday wine.
Beyond these two, a surprising number of red varieties call Piedmont their home. Worth a try include Dolcetto for its bold concentration and aromas of spice cake. Other grapes to investigate include Freisa, Croatina, Brachetto, Grignolino and Pelaverga.