Freeman Vineyards "Secco" Corvina Rondinella 'Altura Vineyard'

Freeman Vineyards ‘Secco’ Corvina Rondinella ‘Altura Vineyard’ 2018 is a mature, savoury red with spiced berry fruit, earthy complexity and a mellow, balanced palate. Inspired by northern Italy’s Ripasso styles, it combines freshly picked and partially dried grapes to build flavour and depth while retaining an elegant, medium-bodied profile.

Garnet red in the glass, it opens with enveloping aromas of spiced berries, earthy cacao and lingering umami notes. Dried fig and chocolate nuances add richness, while the palate unfolds over a savoury tannin framework. Rather than relying on weight alone, this wine draws its appeal from layered flavour, mature texture and a quietly persistent character.

Suggested pairings include slow-braised beef, roast duck, mushroom ragù or aged hard cheeses. Their savoury richness would complement the wine’s earthy, cocoa-toned complexity. Give it time in a generous glass to reveal its layers; it offers mature drinking appeal now, with scope for further development.