The 2006 Roero Riserva Mombeltramo offers up dried flowers, tobacco, cedar and spices in a mid-weight, ethereal style. The flavors are already a touch forward, but the tannins need to soften, so it appears possible the Mombeltramo might end up with a relatively short window of peak drinkability. Still, it is an excellent effort from Malvira. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018.
This is a beautiful set of new releases from Malvira, one of the leading producers in Roero.
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