This 100% Merlot from a much-celebrated subzone of Montalcino delivers an alluring mix of fruit, flowers and spices swirling together in the glass—blackberries and pomegranate layered on top of peonies on top of cinnamon and black pepper. Spice and fruit continue to play well together on the palate, with a meatiness and umami notes that bring to mind a rack of ribs in a balsamic glaze. The tannins are firm and the acid component is equally assertive but not brash, resulting in a sophisticated, delicious balance.
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