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The 18 months in concrete really let the Niellucciu and Sciaccarellu shine through—it’s got a wild, stony edge that feels super authentic. I’m not usually one for blends, but the schist and basalt minerality comes through in every sip. That southeast-facing sun must do something right.

Opened this on a quiet evening and the schist-basalt minerality came through right away, with the 18 months in concrete rounding out the tannins beautifully. It’s a red blend that drinks far more elegantly than its price suggests, and the southeast exposure clearly does the grapes favors.

The concrete aging really lets the Niellucciu and Sciaccarellu blend shine without any heavy oak flavors. On the second night it opened up beautifully with a mineral finish that made me wish I’d bought two bottles.