Ciabot Mentin Ginestra

2004 Barolo Red Blend

Domenico Clerico Ciabot Mentin Ginestra is a captivating red blend from the renowned Barolo region, showcasing the artistry of Italian winemaking. This vintage from 2004 offers a full-bodied experience that envelops the palate with delightful richness and complexity. The prominent acidity provides an invigorating liveliness, enhancing the wine's depth. A beautiful harmony of fruit intensity is evident, revealing layers of dark cherry, plum, and subtle notes of dried herbs. The tannins are notably structured, giving the wine a robust framework while maintaining elegance. As a dry wine, it invites food pairings, making it a fantastic choice for enjoying alongside hearty dishes.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

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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