this site’s natural tension was underscored by a challenging growing season that restricted yields and mandated careful tannin management during fermentation
The family’s vines are rooted in the region's classic limestone-clay ("terres blanches") and stony "caillottes" soils
Winemaker Tegan Passalacqua anchors Sandlands in the stewardship of heritage California vineyards
shadier slopes (helpful in warm vintages
Ideal neat or in cocktails
2020 Poderi Colla, Barbaresco, Roncaglie Producer_Domaine du Bel Air (Gauthier) this site’s natural tension wasThe 2020 Poderi Colla Barbaresco Roncaglie is a pure expression of Nebbiolo, classified as a DOCG, presenting a beautifully balanced and harmonious profile from an excellent vintage. Sourced from the esteemed Roncaglie cru, this vineyard benefits from a south south west exposure at 240 280 meters above sea level, with limestone and clay rich soils known for yielding elegant, perfectly balanced grapes. The 2020 growing season, marked by a mild, dry