Angullong Fossil Hill Montepulciano 2023

An Italian variety which is also establishing a good following in this country with some fine local examples available. This one is definitely worth seeking out. From the Orange region in New South Wales, the wine spends nine months maturing in older French oak after fermentation. Deep red with a magenta rim, there are lifted fragrances here with notes of plums, red cherries, herbs, a touch of coffee grinds and some Asian spices. The wine has a supple texture, is of medium to good length and finishes with pleasingly silky tannins. There is a touch of sour cherry which emerges on the finish of the palate. The finish lingers persistently. For drinking over the next six to eight years.