Montemelino Grappolo Rosso 2020 – Colli del Trasimeno Rosso

(organic, Sangiovese and Gamay from Trasimeno, aged for one year in barrels) The nose is fragrant and offers a nice concentration. It expresses notes of crushed blackcurrant, morello cherry, strawberry jam, raspberry and tangy cranberries, a gourmet touch of chocolate and cocoa, as well as a spicy touch (liquorice, vanilla in the background), floral bouquet (iris, peony, dried cornflower) and a nuance of rosemary in syrup. The palate is fruity, frank and straight. It expresses the flavors of dried cherry, dried raspberry, morello cherry, a tangy touch of cranberries and red cherry. The finish is warm and gourmand, with a savoury spiciness (cloves, cumin). We find notes of cocoa, chocolate and integrated hints of torrefaction (coffee, toasted hazelnut). Good persistence and complexity, a lively and refreshing tangy structure, combined with good bitterness. A balanced, harmonious wine, with lots of flavors.