First sip undecanted and a little cold... (serve this at room temperature) hmmm very dry, mouth puckering dry. I wasn't sure. Then I realized that it is 22 degrees out and this wine is chilled (from being in my unheated pantry/entryway). So, I cooked, the kitchen grew warmer and the wine opened up. It still has tannins and a strong cherry/raspberry taste, but it is yummy. After a run through the Vinturi (WINNER) and a frustrating few minutes getting the Soiree to work (loser) the drinking began in earnest....
The wine is a food wine. it is too acidic to be a stand alone sipping red wine. It does have a bit of a "burn" after drinking. It is indeed a "robust" wine, for an amazing price (and is DOCG label to prove that it comes from Tuscany) How do they make a profit on this? I don't want to know, just keep selling it.
Menu:
Skirt Steak
Rotini pasta with home made pesto and fresh grape tomatoes
All I can say is "Cin Cin"!
Haven't had this one since the '03 vintage but recently had their Sangiovese which is going for $3 and was quite pleased. Thinking it is time for me to give this one another shot!
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