Frescobaldi Giramonte 2006
Red Wine
from Tuscany, Italy
winemaker's notes:
Giramonte is Tenuta di Castiglioni's single-vineyard cru, produced in limited quantities from merlot and sangiovese. A purple-rimmed ruby red, so intense as to be almost opaque. Intense aromas of wild cherry and blackberry, both fresh-picked and as preserves, in addition to roasted hazelnuts, espresso beans, chocolate, vanilla, and cocoa butter, with spicy impressions of clove. Rich and smooth in the mouth, with an emphatic suite of smooth, velvety tannins and very lengthy development and finish.
Ideal with all roasts, grills, and barbecues, and with sautéed fillets of beef, but try it with delicate cheeses as well.
"Black in color, with superripe and intense aromas of crushed berries, espresso and blackberry. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a rich finish. Massive yet balanced. This has everything going for it. Merlot and Sangiovese. Best after 2012." 97 Points
Wine Spectator
October 31, 2008
