2019 Chateau Chasse Spleen Kirschbrand It's subtle and layered

It's subtle and layered

and peppery herbs define this brilliant effort

but more freshness still would have been welcomed in my view (and would also contribute to its longevity)

on the slopes of the first Dolomite foothills in the north of the province of Treviso

The resulting wine is a blend of 68% Pinot Noir and 32% Chardonnay

2019 Chateau Chasse Spleen Kirschbrand It's subtle and layeredJames Suckling 93 points: Blackcurrant, clove, dark chocolate and graphite on the nose. Dried violets, too. It's medium bodied with firm, tight tannins. Layered and elegant with pretty floral tones. 45% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, 10% petit verdot and 5% cabernet franc. Try from 2024.