100% Sangiovese Predappio
The local type of Sangiovese is called Sangioveto dal Cannello Piccolo Predappio, which North Berkeley Imports describes as having "...a luminous, suave and spiced character, redolent of cherry blossom and smoky incense." It mixes juicy and savory as Sangiovese can do so well, but is distinct in its purple and black tones of earthy fruit. It's more intensely flavored and structured than its price tag would let on! The fine coating of grainy Sangiovese tannins grips the palate, and the acidity is elegantly tucked in, providing an inner citrusy vibrancy. This makes it ideal for cutting through hearty pizzas, stuffed pastas and ragu' alla bolognese.
VINOUS 92 POINTS - "The 2021 Sangiovese Predappio is perfumed with an earthy tinge that perfectly offsets its ripe blueberry fruit. This is round and supple, with a classic feel, displaying amazing energy and a fine cut. Citrus-laced plums and violet undertones linger on the long and gently tannic finish."
Fermented and aged in a mix of stainless steel and Slavonian oak casks. Destemmed but not crushed (whole berries).
The local type of Sangiovese is called Sangioveto dal Cannello Piccolo Predappio, which North Berkeley Imports describes as having "...a luminous, suave and spiced character, redolent of cherry blossom and smoky incense." It mixes juicy and savory as Sangiovese can do so well, but is distinct in its purple and black tones of earthy fruit. It's more intensely flavored and structured than its price tag would let on! The fine coating of grainy Sangiovese tannins grips the palate, and the acidity is elegantly tucked in, providing an inner citrusy vibrancy. This makes it ideal for cutting through hearty pizzas, stuffed pastas and ragu' alla bolognese.
VINOUS 92 POINTS - "The 2021 Sangiovese Predappio is perfumed with an earthy tinge that perfectly offsets its ripe blueberry fruit. This is round and supple, with a classic feel, displaying amazing energy and a fine cut. Citrus-laced plums and violet undertones linger on the long and gently tannic finish."
Fermented and aged in a mix of stainless steel and Slavonian oak casks. Destemmed but not crushed (whole berries).
