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| 75 | | | 91 | JaneGarvey | Atlanta | Georgia | USA | The northernmost part of Italy used to be part of Austria, and still today one finds there lots of German influences in the food, the names and the approach to winemaking. Known as the Südatirol or Alto Adige, this region produces some of Italy’s most interesting wines. Lagrein is a grape that we see little of in this country, but it is a mainstay grape in this region, and is related to more familiar Syrah and Pinot Noir. It makes deeply colored red wines, so the rosé comes across as a light decidedly ruby red, rather than pink, wine. Aromas hit on red berry/sour cherry characters, with some floral notes. Fresh red fruit flavors define the palate, which gets added interest from a slightly bitter note in the finish. This grape is tannic, so the rosé has a good bit of grip, great for pairing with food. The ample mid-palate picks up some spice notes. Serve this wine young, within two years of harvest, and chill it to about 55-60F/13-15C. Use a medium-sized tu lip-shaped glass.
Suggested Food Pairings:
Well-seasoned fare, such as barbecued chicken wings; pâtés and terrines, cured meats; grilled sausages; kabobs with chicken or lamb, smoked meats, including chicken, ribs glazed with dark cherry barbecue sauce.
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Quality Wine & Spirits | 08/01/2012 |
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