More about the Rosso del Camul 2010

I had previously blogged about the unusual combination of grapes used in this wine. Now I write a little more about it. The fruit comes from stony soil along the Piave river and is grown at a low yield to enhance quality. The fruit is fermented and matured separately in Slavonian oak barrels for 18-24 months. After blending, the wine ages for another 6 months in bottle before release. Having tasted the wine, the questions still remain. Maybe the Pinot Nero was to soften the Cabernet, but is it the best choice for blending with the Cabernet? Is this the best use of a Pinot Nero in a blend?