Old world meets new in the ‘05 Marcenasco. This has beautiful dark nebbiolo color, with notes of ripe dark plum and strawberry along with some floral, light licorice and some subtle mocha notes. The structure is amazing with firm chewy tannins that carry over to a finish that seems endless. This is approachable now, but it will really hit its peak in about 6-8 years from now. (Best 2012-2024) - September, 2011 (JD)