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Ginestra Casa Mate

2007 Barolo Nebbiolo

Elio Grasso's Ginestra Casa Mate is a remarkable expression of Nebbiolo from the esteemed Barolo region, showcasing the vintage's exceptional qualities. This red wine is full-bodied, featuring a deep garnet hue that captivates the eye. With pronounced acidity, it offers a refreshing and mouthwatering quality that beautifully complements its notable tannins, providing structure and elegance. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of ripe cherries, dark berries, and enticing floral notes interwoven with subtle hints of spice and earthiness. The wine is bone dry, allowing every nuanced flavor to shine through, making it a true gem of Barolo. This captivating and well-balanced wine is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

Tasting notes:


Rose Petal

Rose Petal

Cherry

Cherry

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Braised Lamb Shanks, Mushroom Risotto, Braised Pork

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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