Tasted 7 Mar 2010: Intense ruby core. Aromas of chocolate, black cherry (black forest cake), warm spices, liquorice, vanilla, with a mineral and savoury character. On the palate, a rich and mouth-filling sensation, with medium level of firm tannins, and a good level of acidity, giving structure and balance to this wine. Medium length finish. An excellent value-quality equation. Drinking well now, but well-deserving of ageing in bottle for another 6-8 years for further development. Score: 17/20
Some technical details: 100% Merlot. From vineyards in San Casciano Val di Pesa in Toscana. Vinification in stainless steel, followed by 18 months in French oak barriques. Website for the winemaker: www.mangiacane.it
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