michael godel: 2022 fortissimo

Fortissimo is La Stella’s South Okanagan blend of 45 percent merlot, (27) cabernet franc, (20) cabernet sauvignon and (4) sangiovese. Feels like Fortissimo is Maremma to Classico d’Osoyoos’ Bolgheri (if such comparative inspirations are necessary), but either way the Bordeaux varieties here are the thing. A crisp, crunchy, herbaceous and higher tonal ascertained red blend plus one from a copacetic, binding and binate vintage that sees grapes, acidity and tannin in collective copacetic style. Good energy and vibes here, equal forces occupying and working as one. Drink 2025-2029. Value rating: 4/5.