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Name: Monte
Antico Tuscan Blend
Variety: SuperTuscan
Blend (according to http://www.cellartracker.com/wine.asp?iWine=1027323)
Region: Tuscany
Country: Italy
Year: 2007
Price: $13.95
Vintage Cellar Review:
“90 points, James Suckling. ‘Plenty of blackberry and chocolate character, with hints of plums. Full and very velvety with a bright and fruity finish. Always one of the best values in Tuscany. Screw cap. Delicious now.’”
“90 points, James Suckling. ‘Plenty of blackberry and chocolate character, with hints of plums. Full and very velvety with a bright and fruity finish. Always one of the best values in Tuscany. Screw cap. Delicious now.’”
My Review:
This blend of merlot and cabernet was a red, cranberry color with a hint of brownish hues. It had basically no legs when swirled. It had a very heavy, woody scent. It actually smelled just like a forest with a berry undertone. Upon tasting, there was initially a berry flavor followed by a kind of watery mid-palate. The aftertaste was woody and was much stronger than the initial taste or the mid-palate. The wine was a little tannic and had almost a musky taste. This wine was decent but not fruity enough for my taste. I think that for those who enjoy the woody flavor and maybe a little bit of fruitiness without too much sweetness, this would be a good fit.
This blend of merlot and cabernet was a red, cranberry color with a hint of brownish hues. It had basically no legs when swirled. It had a very heavy, woody scent. It actually smelled just like a forest with a berry undertone. Upon tasting, there was initially a berry flavor followed by a kind of watery mid-palate. The aftertaste was woody and was much stronger than the initial taste or the mid-palate. The wine was a little tannic and had almost a musky taste. This wine was decent but not fruity enough for my taste. I think that for those who enjoy the woody flavor and maybe a little bit of fruitiness without too much sweetness, this would be a good fit.
Pairings: I did
not try this wine with food, but it could be good with beef stroganoff. I know that’s really random, but that’s just
what stands out to me.
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