Per prior notes this is rustic, but food-friendly with medium fruit and noting spicebox as it opened up. (When I smelled the cork on this one I was worried about taint and at first it did seem slightly corked or having too much brett, but that blew off.) Nice sub-$15 QPR for those who like the style. Really versatile too - would go well with a spicy seafood tomato pasta / fish dish or a pepperoni pizza.
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cheers - more brett than the 2014, but again, a great value for $15.....really fun wine....would never guess this was a Grenache from Sardinia....give it a whirl...nice old-world style wine
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Rustic and nostalgic style red. Nice acidity with dark plum flavor. There was a little Brett smell at 1st nose, but it disappeared mysteriously after a while. After disappearing Brett, it appeared hint of cigar and coffee.
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As others have noted, lots of character and a rustic style. 14% alcohol! A lot of depth, dark plum. Funky nose. Pairs well w root veggies, heartier seafood.
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Aromas of dark red berries and potpourri open to darker berry and plum flavors. Displays a nice acidity/fruit balance and medium density that allows for broad food pairings. Great QPR.
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I"m with MRASSEE on this one and agree with SEB FRANC and CONDE (via translation). More character than I'd expect from a large producer and very representative; it is rustic and brings some pleasing funk but nothing "off". You know you're in the Old World from the first sniff. Just enough fruit, acid, and tannin. Food friendly. Went well with a pasta with basil pesto and sausage dish. Solid QPR.
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Mörk, blåsvart, lite matt färg med betydligt ljusare kanter.
Rustik, kryddig och fatig doft med inslag av sandelträ, rosor och röd mogen frukt.
Medelfyllig, kryddig, lite bränd smak med både röd och mörk frukt, örter och med bra syra och viss värme. Rustikt och med klar personlighet så är det här ändå ett vin som hamnar på plus! 85 p. Till en salamipizza. Helt ok, men inte optimalt. Lammfärsbullar i tomatsås hade passat bättre.
Andra flaskan, 2 november, 2017 Mildare, slankare och mer avmätt och slipat nu. Fortfarande ett bra vin med karaktär, men me en del vassa kanter avslipade. 86 p. Till lammkorv & lammfärsbiffar med fetaostkräm och klyftpotatis.
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12/17/2023 - Hansvo Likes this wine: 90 Points
This had turned 'elegant', which was a shock to me! drank way over it's price point. Right on right now.
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8/19/2023 - acorelli Likes this wine: 90 Points
Lovely. Still has some spice, smooth and long.
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10/15/2020 - acorelli Likes this wine: 91 Points
This wine is an incredible value (at least, at the price I paid). Medium-bodied, spicy, ideal fruit/tannin balance.
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3/29/2020 - Mjforzano Likes this wine: 88 Points
Earthy, nice nose, good finish. Great value for weekday wine with pasta.
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1/13/2020 - tsdv Likes this wine: 88 Points
Liking this more.
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8/26/2019 - tsdv Likes this wine: 86 Points
rustic, odd, but pretty good for 10 bucks.
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3/16/2019 - thesternowl Likes this wine: 89 Points
This was red fruit, spice, earth and a touch of funk. Really lovely and worked stellar with Malloreddus. A classic pairing really.
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1/29/2019 - rougeamore Likes this wine: 88 Points
Medium color. Aromas of red fruit. Medium bodied with good balance of fruit and acid. Very nice everyday wine to have with a meal. Good value
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9/28/2018 - tward Likes this wine: 87 Points
Per prior notes this is rustic, but food-friendly with medium fruit and noting spicebox as it opened up. (When I smelled the cork on this one I was worried about taint and at first it did seem slightly corked or having too much brett, but that blew off.) Nice sub-$15 QPR for those who like the style. Really versatile too - would go well with a spicy seafood tomato pasta / fish dish or a pepperoni pizza.
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8/19/2018 - KTelaak_Buffalo Likes this wine: 90 Points
Very unique and interesting. I would recommend it to anyone. Well balanced.
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6/10/2018 - franm Likes this wine: 88 Points
cheers - more brett than the 2014, but again, a great value for $15.....really fun wine....would never guess this was a Grenache from Sardinia....give it a whirl...nice old-world style wine
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4/24/2018 - sduraybito wrote: 89 Points
Not sure what everyone means by "rustic" style. I find it soft and food-friendly. Great with acidic tomato-based Italian dishes.
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1/5/2018 - AnseVata wrote: 86 Points
Rustic and nostalgic style red. Nice acidity with dark plum flavor. There was a little Brett smell at 1st nose, but it disappeared mysteriously after a while. After disappearing Brett, it appeared hint of cigar and coffee.
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12/21/2017 - TessaJC wrote:
As others have noted, lots of character and a rustic style. 14% alcohol! A lot of depth, dark plum. Funky nose. Pairs well w root veggies, heartier seafood.
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12/12/2017 - tward Likes this wine: 88 Points
Rustic but pretty wine. Food friendly. No notes. Very good QPR and could even age near to intermediate term.
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11/4/2017 - iDrum4Wine Likes this wine: 90 Points
Aromas of dark red berries and potpourri open to darker berry and plum flavors. Displays a nice acidity/fruit balance and medium density that allows for broad food pairings. Great QPR.
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10/17/2017 - Ruubious wrote:
As usual very nice, fragrant With lots of flavour.
Very light tannins. Great PQR
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9/15/2017 - tward Likes this wine: 89 Points
I"m with MRASSEE on this one and agree with SEB FRANC and CONDE (via translation). More character than I'd expect from a large producer and very representative; it is rustic and brings some pleasing funk but nothing "off". You know you're in the Old World from the first sniff. Just enough fruit, acid, and tannin. Food friendly. Went well with a pasta with basil pesto and sausage dish. Solid QPR.
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9/5/2017 - mrassee wrote: 91 Points
This is just really good, every time. I don't know where anyone gets 86 points.
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9/2/2017 - Seb Franc Likes this wine: 87 Points
Rustic Grenache based full bodied red with balanced fruit, acidity and earthiness. Cannonau is the signature grape of Sardinia.
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6/3/2017 - zpro Likes this wine: 85 Points
Berry and flowers, semi sweet. Cranberry like aroma. Strong.
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7/12/2016 - Conde Likes this wine: 86 Points
Mörk, blåsvart, lite matt färg med betydligt ljusare kanter.
Rustik, kryddig och fatig doft med inslag av sandelträ, rosor och röd mogen frukt.
Medelfyllig, kryddig, lite bränd smak med både röd och mörk frukt, örter och med bra syra och viss värme. Rustikt och med klar personlighet så är det här ändå ett vin som hamnar på plus!
85 p.
Till en salamipizza. Helt ok, men inte optimalt. Lammfärsbullar i tomatsås hade passat bättre.
Andra flaskan, 2 november, 2017
Mildare, slankare och mer avmätt och slipat nu. Fortfarande ett bra vin med karaktär, men me en del vassa kanter avslipade. 86 p.
Till lammkorv & lammfärsbiffar med fetaostkräm och klyftpotatis.
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