
It was ruby red in color with the thickness of apple juice, and when I first smelled the wine, it did not have a nose at *all*. However, after a half hour, it opened up releasing a subtle aroma of berries and dark fruits when swirled.
The body was a bit thin, making it a very easy drinking and food friendly wine. It had good acidity, a balance between earhtyness and fruit, and a raspberry aftertaste with a subtle lingering spice. So if you’re looking to get into Italian wines yourself or trying to get your friends on the bandwagon, I’d recommend this as a good inexpensive starter Italian wine – it was only $12.99 at Trader Joe’s.
I think it would pair well with soft creamy cheeses like brie and meats like proscuitio or salami. Perfect for a light picnic on a sunny day.