Sadie Family, Columella Vintage:2009 equally fine and mineral-driven medium

equally fine and mineral-driven medium weight flavors is remarkably sophisticated

raspy and slightly short finish

heavy on the Touriga Nacional

Sweet on entry

ample Barolo shows off its personality

Sadie Family, Columella Vintage:2009 equally fine and mineral-driven mediumThe 2017 Columella has an outgoing, intense bouquet, a mixture of red and black fruit mixed with sage, tobacco and thyme, that seems a little smudged initially but gains clarity with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with fine grained tannins, plenty of red berry fruit, a generous sprinkling of white pepper and a hint of fennel. Powerful yet refined, and very focused and harmonious on the finish. Gorgeous. Neal Martin