Castel Sant'Elena Riserva shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of
garnet red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean,
pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of black cherry, plum
and black currant followed by aromas of dried violet, blueberry, vanilla,
cocoa, mace and menthol. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a
tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors,
pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with flavors of black cherry,
plum and black currant. Castel Sant'Elena Riserva is made from late
harvested grapes and ferments in cask. |