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Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso DOC 2013

Le Macchiole Bolgheri Rosso DOC 2013

Purple colored. Aromas and flavors of grape jelly, dark berries, spices, and notes of dark chocolate and oak. Coats well the palate with its rich fruit profile without being heavy or over ripe. Would pair well with roasted meat dishes. Also available in magnum size bottle (1,5L), the right size for hosting a party! Good+ (88)

Made of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Aged 10 months in a mix of oak barrels (80%, 1/4 of 2 wines, 3/4 from 3 wines) and stainless tanks (20%). Alcohol level of 14,5%

Available at the SAQ for 29,20$ (Code SAQ : 11098285) or 60,75$ for the magnum sized bottle (1,5L, Code SAQ :  11692866)

Producer’s website: lemacchiole.it

Represented in Québec by: reserve-selection.com

Tasted at an event hosted in the agency offices

 

Velenosi Il Brecciarolo Rosso Piceno DOC Superiore 2012

Velenosi Il Brecciarolo Rosso Piceno DOC Superiore 2012

Purple color. Aromas of black berries, smoke, dry herbs, tomato paste and blueberry pastries. Silky mouth feel with just a little more grip on the finish with spices and fine bitterness. Nice fruit flavors and this wine is quite versatile at the table. Great value. Good+ (88)

Made of Montepluciano (70%) and Sangiovese (30%). Aged in one year old oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13,5%

Site internet du producteur : http://www.velenosivini.com/

Représenté au Québec par Montalvin