The Tenuta Carretta 2017 Roero Riserva Bric Paradiso (packaged in a heavy glass bottle) shows a dark ruby color and medium texture. The bouquet is moderately expressive, but with a little coaxing, you do get dried currant and blackberry. Earthy sensations and dried spices round off the finish. This was a hot and dry vintage that resulted in wines with bigger concentration.

Here's a balanced and cheerful red wine to pair with roast pork or lean cuts of beef. The 2013 Roero Riserva Bric Paradiso offers heightened intensity and purity. You get a good sense of that pure Nebbiolo personality. Wild berry and cherry are followed by spice, tar and licorice. I love the intensity and the freshness of this easy-drinking red. Some 4,500 bottles were produced.