Pelissero, Langhe, Long Now 2004 Syrah or sparkling wine

or sparkling wine

92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

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Pelissero, Langhe, Long Now 2004 Syrah or sparkling wineBlend of 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera CellarTracker Blend of 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera, Inky purple black, deep and opaque. Big, ripe and powerful nose of prune, Christmas pudding, blueberry and baked fruits. Rich and robust on entry, with ripe fruits, dried prune, blueberry, dark cherry and and hints of smokiness. The oak is still prominent on background but integrating. It has a tannic backbone with medium finish. On 2nd day it has toned down on