transitioning at mid-palate into honeycomb and dried apricot before arriving at a peak of spiced sandalwood and agarwood

which is the traditional Japanese sake bottle format known as a "yongobin

Its high proof and bold flavor profile also make it an outstanding cocktail base

anise-tinged finish

pecan pie mirrors the toffee and toasted-nut elements

Paolo Manzone Barolo Ruvey island transitioning at mid-palate into honeycombPaolo Manzone Barolo Ruvey is a 100% Nebbiolo Barolo DOCG wine from Piedmont, Italy, bottled at approximately 14. 5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. What distinguishes the Ruvey from single vineyard Barolos is its deliberate blending of fruit from two prestigious communes 50% Roncaglie in La Morra and 50% Meriame in Serralunga d'Alba creating a wine that balances the perfume of the former with the power of the latter. The 2015 vintage earned 88 points