When one thinks of Italian wine, several iconic varieties might come to mind, but few resonate as deeply as Sangiovese. This grape, with its rich history, deep cultural roots, and presence in some of Italy's most iconic wines, encapsulates the spirit of the Italian...
2019 Midnight Cellars Gemini Reserve Red Wine, Paso Robles
$65.00
Tasting Notes: The color is an impossibly dark red with violet accents. The nose is full of oak, spice, plum, blackberry, and soft leather. The mouthfeel is gigantic and inspires flavors of spiced blackberry jam, with bacon undertones. The amazing array of floral and earth flow into an incredibly long finish. 93 Points, Wine Enthusiast: “Creamy, soft tannins frame the sip, where pleasant caramel, pie crust, roasted fruit and cocoa flavors sit atop a deep texture.” Final Blend: 35% Merlot, 33% Tannat, 32% Malbec Case Production: Only 148 cases produced Pair With: Lamb, wild game, or spicy Italian cuisine Hold Time: Enjoy now or hold up to 10 years Alcohol by Volume: 14.7% Cheers to another unique wine club find!
Dolcetto
The name 'Dolcetto' may evoke images of a sugary or dessert wine, given that it translates to "little sweet one" in Italian. Yet, this grape variety and its resultant wines are anything but saccharine. Bursting with fruit and sporting a pleasantly bitter edge,...
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