The 2006 Nebbiolo Sisquoc Vineyard, from 100% Michet vines, is flat-out stunning. Sweet red cherries, flowers and spices are some of the notes that flow from this vibrant, beautifully delineated wine. This shows fabulous Nebbiolo typicity and tons of style. It is frankly an eye-opening wine that shows what Nebbiolo is capable of in California. This is a dazzling effort from Steve Clifton. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016.
I can’t think of anyone who has done more to promote Italian varieties in California than Steve Clifton with his Palmina label. I admit I was intrigued with these offerings, and came away deeply impressed with most of what I tasted. I am still not 100% convinced all of these grapes have significant potential in California, but most of them do. Some of the wines remain works in progress, including the Lagrein and Sangiovese Undici.
Tel. (805) 735-2030; www.palminawines.com
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