VILLA DORA 2007 LACRYMA CRISTI DEL VESUVIO ROSSO
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Although Lacryma Christi white wine has been fairly well known in the US, the red version has remained in the shadow to some extent. Villa Dora makes one of our very favorites and it truly speaks to the notion of terrior and regional characters that make Italian wines so truly unique. The winery is on the lower slopes of the volcano Vesuvius and the vines are planted in volcanic soils that certainly make an imprint on the wines. Made from organically grown,grapes (80% Piedirosso and 20% Aglianico) ‘Gelsonero’ opens with a pleasant smokiness followed by aromas and flavors of black fruits and herbs (rosemary, bay, thyme). It’s juicy, medium-bodied, offers fresh acidity and mild fine tannins and is simply wonderful with an array of meats.
