($16). Appealing
for its bright raspberry and red cherry
aromas and flavors, with delicate cocoa
powder and herbal notes that linger on
the fresh finish. Food friendly red at
a good price. Ready to drink now and over
the next couple of years. A blend of Nero
d'Avola, Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc.
(Italian Connection 12/07)
($39). A Cabernet Sauvignon (70%) - Cabernet
Franc (30%) blend that offers heady blackberry,
vanilla, roasted coffee bean, brown spice
and mineral notes and a long, full-bodied
finish. Ready to drink now and over the
next four or five years.
($39). Full bodied but elegant, with intense
blackberry and currant flavors laced with
aromatic spices, espresso, savory herbs
and a touch of chocolate. Long, lush finish.
Ready to drink now (though a little decanting
would be nice) and over the next five
or six years.
($39). Rich
plum, red berry and chocolate notes are
supported by a balancing acidity. Medium-bodied
with a juicy, lipsmacking finish. Ready
to drink now and over the next couple
of years. (Italian Connection 12/07)
($39). Smooth and velvety, with blackberry
and plum fruit laced with violet, vanilla
and a touch of dusty chocolate that folds
into the supple, long finish. Ready to
drink now and over the next three or four
years. (Italian Connection 12/07)
