almost Burgundian take on Sangiovese
A terrific value from new-wave Uco Valley superstar Eduardo Soler of Ver Sacrum
within Bordeaux’s Graves region
exuberantly aromatic blend built around Viognier with Petit Manseng
pivoting to world-class Chardonnay
Ferrando, Carema Etichetta Nera, 2008 121625OFFER almost Burgundian take on SangioveseThe Etichetta Nera (black label) is Ferrando's legendary top Carema, bottled only in the finest vintages from the family's best parcels, only about 3,000 bottles when it's made. Raised in smaller French oak, it's the richer, denser, more ageworthy of the two Caremas, famous for showing gorgeously at 20, 25, even 30 years. The 2008 was a classic, cooler vintage that gave structured, fragrant wines, exactly the profile that rewards the Nera's long aging