Donatella Cinelli Colombini Il Drago e le 8 Colombe 2014
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, ItalyThis is quite a savoury Tuscan blend of sangiovese (60%), merlot (20%), and sagrantino (20%), which is very much on the oxidative side of the spectrum, even for Italy. Expect sundried tomato, sandalwood, leather, and not a lot of obvious fruit at this point of its life. There’s a notch more verve to the palate, though the fruit's not overly concentrated or dense, with grainy tannins that dry out the finish. Drink now.Tasted: 24 September 2020Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.99
750ml
BCLS
AB
$39.99
750ml
private wine stores
Producer: Donatella Cinelli ColombiniDistributors: Stile Brands Le Sommelier Inc. Blend: Sangiovese Grosso - Merlot - SagrantinoCSPC: 256517UPC: 8026965600767
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Il Drago e le 8 Colombe 2014
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy2014 is all about elegance, from its moderate alcohol of 14 percent to its early drinkability. Cool nights extended the growing season, lending an aromatic edge to this “Super Tuscan,” 60/20/20 blend of sangiovese, merlot and sagrantino. It’s grown at 400 metres above sea level in Trequanda, Fattoria del Collea, on hilly limestone, sandstone and sea sand soils. Look for spicy, vibrant red fruits with a firm, acid tannin balance and a long dry finish suggesting it can take on a variety of rich dishes or easily spend a decade more in the cellar. A rare bargain in BC.Tasted: 07 September 2018Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$29.99
750ml
BCLS
AB
$39.99
750ml
private wine stores
Producer: Donatella Cinelli ColombiniDistributors: Stile Brands Le Sommelier Inc. Blend: Sangiovese Grosso - Merlot - SagrantinoCSPC: 256517UPC: 8026965600767
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