Rating: 
(4.8 / 5)
Unfiltered organic red wine from Italy. Blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and 5% Malvasia Nero. Medium red complexion. Medium bodied. Aromas of cherry and oak on the nose. Interesting mix of pepper and cherry, with a hint of raspberry and licorice in the mouth. Very dry, with a lot of tannin and a long, lingering finish. Pairs with burger, pasta with meatballs, pizza and cheese. 14% ABV. Price: $24.99.
Italian wine
Tesoro Della Regina 2020 Chianti Classico
Rating: 
(5 / 5)
Tuscan red wine from Italy. Rich red complexion. Medium bodied. Raspberry and a hint of blackberry on the nose. Mixed berries with cherry, blackberry, raspberry and plum in the mouth. A little leather. Very juicy with medium tannins. Very dry with a long, lingering finish. Easy to drink. Pairs well with cheese. Good to serve on its own. fabulous Chianti. 13% ABV. Price: $11.99.
DWR-252 – Montepulciano and Cherry Crumble Cider with Party Cake Coffee
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Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2019
Rating: 
(4.2 / 5)
Montepulciano red wine from Italy. 100% Montepulciano. Deep red complexion. Medium bodied. Plum and blackberry on the nose. Red and black fruits of Blackberry, raspberry and plum with a hint of cherry, vanilla and spice in the mouth. Just a hint of oak and not very bold. Dry with medium tannins and a nice smooth finish. Pairs well with steak, smoked sausage, burgers and cheese. 13% ABV. Price: $13.99.
Monte Antico Toscana Red Wine Blend
Rating: 
(4.5 / 5)
Super Tuscan Red blend from Italy. Blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. Nice ruby complexion. Medium bodied. A lot of cherry and a little oaky on the nose. Cherry and a hint of raspberry in the mouth with a slightly smoky flavor. Very dry and medium balanced with medium tannins. Smooth with a very nice finish. Very easy to drink. Pairs with pasta, pizza, beef and cheese. May be best served decanted. 13% ABV. Price: $9.99.
Corte Rossa Barolo 2017
Rating: 
(4 / 5)
Nebbiolo red wine from Italy. Interesting rich red complexion. Full bodied. Cherry and oaky on the nose. Cherry, raspberry and oak in the mouth. Very earthy and very bold. Lots of heavy tannins. Very dry with high acidity and a very long finish. Pairs with bison and other gamier meats. May be best served chilled and decanted. 14% ABV. Price: $12.99.
Barreri & Rovati Barolo Reserva 2012
Rating: (4.2 / 5)
Nebbiolo red wine from Borolo, Italy. Deep red complexion. Full bodied. Cherry, cola and a hint of strawberry on the nose. Cherry, cola and strawberry in the mouth. Earthy, leathery and bold. Very dry with lots of tannins. Smooth with a fairly long finish. Pairs with steak, pasta, and hard cheese. May be best served decanted. 14% ABV. Price: $22.99.
Bellini Chianti Rufina Reserva 2017
Rating: 
(4.4 / 5)
Sangiovese red wine from Rufina, Italy. Nice red complexion. Medium bodied. Cherry and oak on the nose. Black cherry, plum and spice in the mouth. Dry and a little oaky with medium tannins and a light, well balanced finish. Goes down easy. Pairs with steak, pasta and cheese. 13.5% ABV. Price: $16.99.
Poggio Al Casone Toscana 2014
Rating: (5 / 5)
Red blend from Toscana, Italy. 80% Sangiovese and 20% Syrah. Nice ruby red color. Medium bodied. Cherry, tobacco and oak on the nose. Mix of cherry, strawberry, vanilla, mint and hint of oak in the mouth. Surprisingly smooth with medium tannins. Dry, with a nice finish. Pairs with grilled meats and lasagna. May be served with food or on its own. 13% ABV. Price: $10.99.
Ruggero di Bardo Susumaniello 2020
Rating: 
(2.8 / 5)
Susumaniello red wine from Puglia, Italy. Very dark ruby red complexion. Full bodied. Blueberry and blackberry on the nose. Flavor packed, with blueberry, blackberry, vanilla and a hint of tobacco in the mouth. Quite oaky, smoky and very bold. Semi-dry with soft tannins. Sweet on the tongue and a very dry finish. Pairs with steak and hard cheese. May be best served decanted with food. 14.5% ABV. Price: $9.99.