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The palate is medium-bodied with appealing depth and intensity. The fine and layered tannins are polished and flattering. Essenza magically balances power and elegance, much of its straightness and focus coming from the lingering mineral notes of crushed slate or granite that add salty notes to the finish.\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\u003ch5\u003eExpert Notes\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker: \u003c\/strong\u003e93\u003cp\u003ePackaged with a brown label, the Tenuta Scerscé 2018 Valtellina Superiore Nebbiolo Essenza is enormously clear and intense with varietal tones of wild berry, tart cherry, blue flower and potting soil. This wine shows a pretty floral side with blue violet and fresh lilac that offer a pretty sense of vertical lift to the bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling: \u003c\/strong\u003e92\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSavory and intense nose with dried plums, funk, oranges, dark licorice and black earth. Some balsamic notes, too. 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