Rosa D’Oro 2009 Sangiovese

Winery: Rosa D’Oro

Grape(s): Sangiovese

Region: Lake County

Year: 2009

Price: 15-20

Review:

Rich aromas of cherries, barrel spices, and hints of caramel can be discovered on the nose. The palate offers flavors of cherries and cranberries rounded out by a bit of spice, leather, and butterscotch flavors. Bright, and a bit lively, but well-balanced by rich fruit flavors, food is an excellent companion for a bottle. Enjoy a bottle if you like the pizzazz of Sangiovese but not the earthy, dry finishes of those from Italy.

Rating: 90

Character: red fruit, bright mouthfeel, subtle tannins