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Buttafuoco

Oltrepo Pavese Red Blend

Ca Montebello Buttafuoco is a captivating red blend hailing from the esteemed Oltrepo Pavese region. This wine showcases a medium-bodied structure, offering a delightful balance between richness and approachability. With pronounced acidity, it presents a refreshing quality that enhances its overall drinkability. The fruit intensity is prominent, delivering luscious notes of dark berries and cherries that tantalize the palate. Tannins are notable, providing a firm backbone that ensures a well-structured wine capable of aging gracefully. Surprisingly, this gem is crafted to be dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of food pairings, from rich pasta dishes to grilled meats. Its vibrancy reflects the terroir of Oltrepo Pavese, making it a wonderful expression of this captivating Italian region.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

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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