Ceretto : Prapò 2018

Elegant and firmly structured, with a linear profile revealing floral, berry, earth, hay and sweet spice flavors. Sleek and succulent, with a long, mouthwatering finish that echoes fruit and spice, and picks up a mineral element. Best from 2025 through 2042. 65 cases imported.

Serralunga d'Alba. A shade deeper than the rest, a lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Lots of concentration on the nose while poised at the same time. Much more brooding and slumbering on the palate with perfectly integrated oak and just the merest hint of cinnamon bark. A big impact of fruit on the palate without being heavy. Fantastic layer of coating tannins underneath the fruit adding structure and depth to the finish. Long tannins, enormously long strawberry flavours. (WS)

Star anise, camphor, rose and underbrush aromas shape the nose. On the palate, tightly wound, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity accompany cranberry, orange rind and oak-driven spice before a grippy, rather drying close. Drink 2025–2035.