Elio Grasso, Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera, 2016 Champagne Hure 091324 complex wine the estate is

complex wine the estate is known for—yet retains more freshness and structure than fully mature vintages

this shows the sleekness of the vintage

where he met his Burgundian wife Caroline—and each vineyard is hand-harvested and fermented separately in French oak before eighteen months of sur lie aging

Domaine Lignier-Michelot’s Clos de la Roche Grand Cru is a triumph

Romeo is named for a skilled vintner and gardener who worked these vineyards generations ago

Elio Grasso, Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera, 2016 Champagne Hure 091324 complex wine the estate isThe 2016 vintage delivered perfect balanceideal weather, concentrated fruit, and widespread excellence. Elio Grasso notes this was the finest vintage he'd seen since 2004. This single vineyard expression captures the sunny, ripe character of the year while maintaining the aromatic lift and elegance Gavarini is known for. South facing, high elevation vines produce wines built for the cellar. Drink 2026 2040.