Los Conejos Malditos

Los Conejos Malditos

Very dark purple in color with a garnet edge, Los Conejos Malditos breathes good, characteristic Tempranillo aromas and flavors: Black cherries, a whiff of licorice, and a hint of something floral like violets. Black cherries and plums are well structured with brisk acidity and soft but perceptible tannins in its flavor.

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Fiorini “Becco Rosso” Lambrusco

Lambrusco "Becco Rosso" Grasparossa di Castelvetro

Made with organically grown Lambrusco Grasparossa di Castelvetro grapes, Fiorini “Becco Rosso” shows a very dark purple color, pouring with a fizzy lavender mousse that piles up in the glass like soft-serve ice cream, then falls back to a persistent foam that rings the glass. Aromas open up to juicy cherries and cranberry; firm acidity more than balances slight residual sugar.

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Cosme “Gross Pierre” Vouvray

Cosme "Gross Pierre" Vouvray

Certified organic and biodynamic, Cosme “Gross Pierre” is made from 100% Chenin Blanc. Apples, pears, rose petals and lime juice elevate a complex aroma. Flavors carry over in a textured, almost unctuous yet dry and acidic flavor. Chalky minerality joins the choir in a very long finish.

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Santa Marina Toscana Rosso

Santa Marina Toscana Rosso

A year after my previous tasting, Santa Marina Toscana Rosso hasn’t changed much. It has lost a bit of its rough and rustic edge, but still shows the Chianti-style character of modest Tuscan Sangiovese-based reds: cherries and dried cherries and a subtle earthy note. Tart cherry flavors carry over on the palate with fresh, food-friendly acidity and soft but perceptible tannins.

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