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Bright purplish ruby in the glass, this affordable Italian wine has a ripe dark fruit nose laced with spiced notes. In the mouth, it’s round with a nice balance of rich dark fruit and chocolate with good acidity.
Had this 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Fattoria Del Cerro paired with rare duck and it was a nice pairing.
Pairings: Grilled chicken or pork, cheese course, mushroom risotto.
Style: Red
Grape Type(s): 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo Nero
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Around $20
Paired this Tuscan wine with my cheese course at a recent dinner party and it matched up well. Lighter and fruitier than its counterpart, Brunello di Montalcino, this wine didn’t overwhelm the mild soft cheeses and stood up to the stinkier, riper ones.
In the glass, the 2009 Castello Di Camigliano Rosso di Montalcino is vibrant red and it offers bright fruit on the nose. In the mouth, it’s well-balanced with a dark berry mixed with mushroomy/earthy flavors. Meant to be drunk young, this affordable wine can be served on a Tuesday night with pizza or at a party with more complex dishes.
Pairings: Grilled chicken or pork, cheese course, pasta with red sauce.
Style: Red
Grape Type(s): Sangiovese
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Around $22
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