Clisson is one of the appellation's recognized Crus Communaux (officially in 2011)
a distinctly Adriatic variety
pivoting to world-class Chardonnay
Sercial is the driest of the four classic Madeira grapes
"Fountain of the god of wine"—named for the 14th-century name of Fontaine-Denis village
Bartolo Mascarello, Barolo, 2014 PZ California Clisson is one of theBartolo Mascarello's Barolo from the cooler 2014 vintage, a year that rewards careful growers and a classic case for the estate's old school precision. Maria Teresa Mascarello blends and co ferments four crus (Cannubi, San Lorenzo, Rue, Rocche dell'Annunziata), aging in large Slavonian botti. 2014 produced lifted, fragrant, slightly lighter framed Barolo with classic perfume and freshness. An elegant bottle from a great traditional name; decant and