Antichi Vigneti di Cantalupo Ghemme Collis Breclemae 2017
Antichi Vigneti di Cantalupo “Collis Breclemae” Ghemme 2017 is a distinguished cru-level expression of Ghemme DOCG, showcasing the estate’s historic vineyard at its most articulate, even within the context of a warmer, more generous vintage.
In the glass, it reveals a deep garnet core with evolving amber reflections at the rim, suggesting both concentration and early tertiary development. The bouquet is layered and complex, opening with ripe red cherry, dried strawberry, and rose petals, before expanding into darker, more savory tones of plum skin, tobacco, and balsamic herbs. With aeration, notes of tar, licorice, leather, and crushed stone emerge, underscoring the wine’s pedigree and site specificity.
On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a broader and more enveloping texture than typically seen in cooler vintages. The 2017 growing season imparts a sense of ripeness and amplitude, expressed through flavors of red plum, black cherry, and macerated raspberry, balanced by nuances of spice, anise, and earthy undertones. Despite the warmth of the vintage, the wine retains a firm structural backbone: acidity remains sufficient to carry the fruit, while the tannins are substantial yet well-integrated, offering a fine-grained, persistent grip.
What distinguishes “Collis Breclemae” is its depth and layering—there is a clear progression across the palate, moving from ripe fruit to savory, mineral, and gently oxidative notes. The finish is long, resonant, and slightly austere, with lingering impressions of dried rose, spice, iron, and forest floor.
While already expressive, this 2017 still carries the structure to benefit from additional cellaring. It is likely to evolve over the next 8–12 years, gaining further complexity and aromatic nuance as its elements continue to harmonize.
A serious and characterful Ghemme, “Collis Breclemae” 2017 pairs beautifully with braised game, slow-cooked beef dishes, truffle-based preparations, and aged hard cheeses. It stands as a testament to both the uniqueness of the cru and Cantalupo’s ability to translate terroir into wines of precision, depth, and enduring appeal.
Original: $63.99
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Description
Antichi Vigneti di Cantalupo “Collis Breclemae” Ghemme 2017 is a distinguished cru-level expression of Ghemme DOCG, showcasing the estate’s historic vineyard at its most articulate, even within the context of a warmer, more generous vintage.
In the glass, it reveals a deep garnet core with evolving amber reflections at the rim, suggesting both concentration and early tertiary development. The bouquet is layered and complex, opening with ripe red cherry, dried strawberry, and rose petals, before expanding into darker, more savory tones of plum skin, tobacco, and balsamic herbs. With aeration, notes of tar, licorice, leather, and crushed stone emerge, underscoring the wine’s pedigree and site specificity.
On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, with a broader and more enveloping texture than typically seen in cooler vintages. The 2017 growing season imparts a sense of ripeness and amplitude, expressed through flavors of red plum, black cherry, and macerated raspberry, balanced by nuances of spice, anise, and earthy undertones. Despite the warmth of the vintage, the wine retains a firm structural backbone: acidity remains sufficient to carry the fruit, while the tannins are substantial yet well-integrated, offering a fine-grained, persistent grip.
What distinguishes “Collis Breclemae” is its depth and layering—there is a clear progression across the palate, moving from ripe fruit to savory, mineral, and gently oxidative notes. The finish is long, resonant, and slightly austere, with lingering impressions of dried rose, spice, iron, and forest floor.
While already expressive, this 2017 still carries the structure to benefit from additional cellaring. It is likely to evolve over the next 8–12 years, gaining further complexity and aromatic nuance as its elements continue to harmonize.
A serious and characterful Ghemme, “Collis Breclemae” 2017 pairs beautifully with braised game, slow-cooked beef dishes, truffle-based preparations, and aged hard cheeses. It stands as a testament to both the uniqueness of the cru and Cantalupo’s ability to translate terroir into wines of precision, depth, and enduring appeal.
