| Tasting Notes | |
|---|---|
| color: | Dark Red |
| dryness: | Moderate |
| nose: | Cherry |
| alcohol: | 14.5 |
| rating: | 4 |
| Wine Information | |
|---|---|
| wine: | Primitivo di Manduria |
| vintage: | 2001 |
| winery: | Borgo Reale |
| country: | Italy |
| price: | $ 13 |
| certification: | London Beth Din, OU |
| passover: | Yes |
| mevushal: | Yes |
This is a very pleasing wine, and I consider it a bargin at this price.
The wine has a full body, not too heavy; the wine is dry but not excessively so. I particularly enjoyed the cheery nose, and in all the wine reminded me of one of the better Pinot Noir wines. The tanins and the acidity were nicely balanced; give this wine some air before you drink it.
I had this wine with my typical Friday night meal (soup, chicken, etc.) and it was perhaps a touch much when paired with a lighter soup. It went well with the chicken and would likely do well with meat. As for cheese — I guess I'll just have to open another bottle.