Fratelli Alessandria 'Speziale' Verduno Pelaverga, Piedmont, Italy 2022 Syrah Velvety and unctuous in the

Velvety and unctuous in the mouth with ripe peach and stewed pears

jasmine and sage on the nose

ripe fruit without excess and a soft mouthfeel representing a warmer vintage

Lovely aromas of honeysuckle and other flowers as well as mangoes and some peaches

with a deep core of fruit

Fratelli Alessandria 'Speziale' Verduno Pelaverga, Piedmont, Italy 2022 Syrah Velvety and unctuous in theThe Fratelli Alessandria Verduno Pelaverga Speziale opens to a lean ruby appearance and a very punchy bouquet with wild rose, blood orange and crushed peppercorn. The aromas are offbeat for sure, but the wine's intensity is delicately measured against its streamlined texture.