Rouge Chamade 2023 Region|Abruzzo

Rouge Chamade 2023 Region|AbruzzoFantastically pure single vineyard Pinot Noir that is bottled each year under a different name. Reflecting the burst of sun that came just before the 2023 harvest, Chamade binds pretty red fruits, perfume and spice with a sumptuous ripeness and underlying muscularity. Growing over cooling limestone marl helped to preserve the acid core of the wine and there are fragrant, aromatic elements floating above deep red and black fruits. A beautifully

playing at 148 bubbles-per-minute

powerfully-structured and complex wine we have tried from this grower

and close to natural areas

viscous on the palate and slightly hidden at opening

always the same

It's a proper orange wine - bold with colour

col fondo style

Truly sublime and unforgettable wine

showing touch more tannin and green fruit than previous cuvées

The 2024 iteration of Chin Up sees the addition of just a touch of tannat (about 10%)

and makes it super-tasty

The standout wine of the brilliant 2023 vintage