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Buttafuoco

2007 Oltrepo Pavese Red Blend

Francesco Quaquarini Buttafuoco is a captivating red blend from the renowned Oltrepò Pavese region, showcasing the exceptional quality of its 2007 vintage. This wine presents a deep, rich red color that invites you in with its complex aromas. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied experience balanced with bright acidity, making it wonderfully lively and fresh. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring notes of dark berries and cherries that are complemented by subtle hints of spice and herbal undertones. The tannins are notably firm, providing a structured mouthfeel that enhances the wine's depth and character. This captivating blend is also dry, making it an excellent companion for hearty meals or cozy gatherings.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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