David & Nadia, Hoe-Steen Chenin Blanc other_regions and very focused and harmonious

and very focused and harmonious on the finish

incense and smoky minerals pick up a spicy nuance as the wine opens up

The 2018 Barolo Cerequio is lovely

but it also has some brioche aromas

Doctor Nicolas Catena told me that he planted there out of fluke and then they realized he had discovered a treasure of a place

David & Nadia, Hoe-Steen Chenin Blanc other_regions and very focused and harmoniousThe 2022 Hoe Steen Chenin Blanc comes from a vineyard of clay soils over limestone, with a south facing aspect that is among the last to ripen. The nose is open knit and expressive with layers of wet stone and spicy lemon skin. Medium bodied, the palate is balanced with good acidity before ending with a fresh, clean finish. It's delightful, but I still prefer the 2021 vintage.