Piero Benevelli 'La Costa' Dolcetto d'Alba, 2023 mezcal This excellent Champagne Method wine

This excellent Champagne Method wine is 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Noir from scattered vineyard on the North Coast of California

The Pagliaro vineyard is 1

This crisp Chardonnay shows a dry finish and relatively long aftertaste

It wasn't until the late 1990s that the less than 10 hectares of Boca vines left caused concern and sparked a revival

and a subtle savory undertone that hints at chalky minerality and delicate spice

Piero Benevelli 'La Costa' Dolcetto d'Alba, 2023 mezcal This excellent Champagne Method wine100% Dolcetto dAlba is a vibrant and soulful expression of this often underappreciated Piedmontese variety. In the glass, it shows a deep ruby hue with purple highlights, and on the nose, it offers an inviting bouquet of black cherries, crushed violets, and a hint of bitter almond. The palate is fresh and medium bodied, with juicy dark berry fruit, subtle earthiness, and a touch of spice. True to Dolcettos style, the tannins are soft yet present, and