The 2008 Nebbiolo wafts from the glass with dried red cherries, crushed flowers and spices, all of which come together in an attractive, medium-bodied style well suited for near-term drinking. This is a pretty wine, but as is the case with the other Nebbioli in this range, my sense is that the wine has dried out a bit through its extended elevage in barrel. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018.
Interestingly, Steve Clifton takes an entirely different approach with Palmina than he does at Brewer-Clifton. Whereas the Brewer-Clifton wines are much more technical and controlled in their precision, at Palmina, Clifton favors natural yeasts and follows a more hands-off approach. Clifton is equally adept with both styles, something that says a lot about his natural talent. Nebbiolo is one the Palmina specialties. As good as the Palmina Nebbioli can be, my fear is that some of these wines will ultimately prove to have very narrow drinking windows. The Nebbioli clearly need time in barrel for the tannins to soften, but by the time they do, the aromas are often quite forward.
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