Morellino Di Scansano Tuscan Red 2021
This delightful Italian Red comes from Morellino di Scansano which lies in the Maremma region of coastal Tuscany. This region of Tuscany could just be the most over looked, underappreciated wine regions in all of Italy.
It must be a minimum of 85% Sangiovese which is the basis for all Tuscan wines. This one is 90% and 10% other.
The wine maker jokingly says Morellino really means “more Sangiovese please”. One sip and you will agree. With an hour or two’s decanting an enticing nose of cherries, dark plums, and herbs unfolds.
Rich and smooth on the palate with ripe cherries, dark raspberries, dark plums, with secondary notes of cooking herbs, dark chocolate, expresso coffee, and olives. Restraint is evident, with depth and complexity confirming just how much this over delivers. Nice acidity and balance.
Cellar this out to 2030 without a problem.
Pairings should include beef, lamb, veal, and chicken, especially with generous amounts of Italian cooking herbs. Do not forget Pepperoni Pizza for a casual evening meal.
Ser Lapo Chianti Classico Reserva DOCG 2018
That should be enough for you to want to drink this, but this is a wine review after all.
It was their ancestor Ser Lapo known as the ‘father’ of the Chianti wine appellation who first coined the phrase in a document on December 13th, 1398.
This is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot.
A heady nose of bright red fruits- cherries and cranberries.
The palate is smooth and inviting, well-balanced with some gritty tannins reminding you it is Tuscany and needs an hour or two decanting as well as some sliced meats, cheese, and a crusty loaf.
Layers of alluring cherries, raspberries, and cranberries with secondary notes of cinnamon, cooking herbs, and an earthy note on the finish. There is a nice level of sweetness through the mid-palate and a long finish that makes this even more interesting.
Cellar this out for another 10 years- 2034.
Pairings should include Beef, Osso Buco, Pasta, Pepperoni Pizza, and of course sliced meats, cheese, and a crusty Italian loaf.
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