A blend of Corvina and Rondinella, the major grapes in Valpolicella and Amarone. Deep ruby colour with a cedary-spicy, plum and cherry nose. Medium-bodied, dry and fresh, with nicely integrated oak and lively acidity, offering flavours of sour cherry and red plum with a firm tannic finish.
Lightly floral and fresh with citrus aromas and flavours. Hint of fresh herbs, subtle and elegant, finishing with a hint of blanched almond and nice length. A lovely match with whitefish and shellfish.
Smoked meats, singed cassis and a flush of mint open this blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah from Ruffino’s La Solatia estate, one known for its galestro soils, and with vineyards at approximately 250 to 350 metres in altitude. A 10-day ferment, followed by another week on the skins preceded MLF and 1 year in oak (mix of new and old). A modern, polished and medium-bodied blend, slick on the palate with cherry jam, more minty eucalyptus, roasted meats, grilled onions and black pepper. If you’re doing fire-roasted beef and want a wine to match, here you go.
A light and elegant Chianti made from 100% Sangiovese. Cherry, dried leaves, tobacco and spice play nicely together. Lengthy with 5 years of life ahead.
Solid ruby colour. Expect a smoky-cedary nose of cherries and vanilla oak. Medium-bodied and dry. Sour-cherry flavour with zesty acidity and a lingering finish. A well-made, understated wine that’s delicious.
This Primitivo (aka, Zinfandel) features lots raisins, plum, raspberry, black tea, cola, cocoa, purple flowers and dried earth. Full-bodied, there is a long finish and present tannins. BBQ all the way.