grapefruit and flint
a fruit of a beautiful maturity with notes of quince and a hint of empyreumatic which reminds us of its terroir
layered with subtle hints of pear
noble fish
Castagna Barbarossa Rusden grapefruit and flintThe palate is bright, savoury, and finely structured, opening with wild strawberry, red cherry, and cranberry lifted by fresh, taut acidity that gives the wine energy and precision. Tannins are fine, powdery, and gently firm, offering shape without heaviness. The midpalate reveals layers of rose petal, dried herbs, white pepper, and a subtle earthymineral thread, showing the wines coolclimate finesse. The finish is long, pure, and quietly savoury,