wild blueberries and black raspberries with touches of garrigue

An exceptionally ripe well-layered nose is comprised by notes of mocha

There is both excellent volume and density to the relatively powerful and quite serious flavors that brim with minerality on the bone-dry if not really austere finish that just goes on and on

Stefano Frascolla and Tua Rita have almost single-handedly put Suvereto on Italys winemaking map

but that wine sets the bar very high (and it earned a 100-point score)

Ruinart, Blanc de Blancs Vintage:2007 wild blueberries and black raspberriesThis graceful blanc de blancs is light on its feet and bright on the palate, yet the creamy mousse carries a concentrated range of honeyed apricot, Meyer lemon peel, white blossoms and almond pastry. Reveals hints of chalk, smoke and spices on the finish. Drink now.