Community Tasting Note

ajbergren wrote:

Saturday, October 29, 2016 - Medium brick red ruby that is clear with a flat surface and medium plus optical density. Very intense and gorgeous nose, with bright earthy cherry, musk, spices, and some aromatic tar-infused tobacco. Really gains over time, with a wild, almost feral nature that is as appealing as it is intriguing. On the palate, it has medium body and refreshing acidity that frame a dry and well-structured feel, with medium intensity of tannins that provide a clean and clear mouthfeel that is even textured with good density and concentration of flavours. The attack shows really full cherry fruit, with other red berries over a spicy tobacco and forest floor foundation. The midpalate is full and rich, with some savory meatiness adding to the fruit. The final transitions shows an aromatic and spicy kick, leaving a medium length finish with really nice intensity. This is really well-balanced and well made wine, with deftly integrated oak components that add to the fruit and earthy components perfectly. This is drinking really nice at the moment, but does seem to have a lot of life left. Represents excellent QPR by outdoing the quality category for a great sense of Tuscany and Sangiovese. Super delicious, this harkens to both the mind and the stomach, providing an overall wonderful experience- either alone or paired with cheese or dinner. Awesome!

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