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This is a blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Spicy on the nose, and a light to medium color density.

I wasn’t expecting much before opening this wine, given the low cost and who’s heard of an Italian wine with a screw cap? Not me, I’ve only seen it in Aussie wines mainly, and occasionally with Californian wines. But hey, I tried a Cote de Rhone this summer that was not only screw cap, but had a plastic bottle! OK, we’re not talking about a very serious wine obviously, but still… winemakers are clearly willing to experiment.

Anyway, as I was saying, after the screw cap, seeing how light the wine was didn’t make me think it was anything more than the typical under ten bucks grocery store, millions of cases made, kind of wine. The nose was a little better than that, but not much. The surprise came on the palate. It may be light, but it packs a flavorful punch. And not just fruit punch… this sucker has veggies! Actually the tannin and vegetal components are nicely integrated and are neither under or over powered by the fruit.

You won’t find black fruit here, but you will find lush plum and some strawberry… possibly a little raspberry too. You will also find a hint of tobacco, cedar, and spicebox. The finish is longer than I’d have expected, being as dry as it is. It is an interesting one too. It is spicy on the finish, white pepper, and slightly sour fruit (same as mid palate, plus… orange?)… nothing but pleasant.

I have to say, this was a great find. Hope to find it again!

Rating: 90 pts
Price: $9

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