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Mainstay

Red Mountain Sangiovese

Genoa Cellars Mainstay, a captivating Sangiovese from the renowned Red Mountain region, is an exquisite testament to the winemaking prowess of this celebrated area. This red gem greets you with an alluring bouquet of wild cherries, sun-dried tomatoes, and a subtle hint of tobacco. On the palate, expect a harmonious balance of high, bright acidity and soft, elegant tannins that dance gracefully, making each sip an exciting journey. The medium-bodied structure carries the complex layers of its flavor profile, featuring prominent notes of ripe raspberries and a whisper of dried herbs, enveloped by a delicate undercurrent of oak. Known for producing quality wines, Red Mountain's unique mesoclimate imparts this Sangiovese with vibrant fruit intensity and remarkable elegance. Genoa Cellars Mainstay is not just a wine; it's a true expression of its terroir, earning well-deserved recognition and awards for its distinctive character and exceptional quality.

Tasting notes:


Plum

Plum

Cherry

Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Eggplant Parmesan, Pasta Marinara

Region:


Washington
Washington

With 18 recognized AVAs, Washington is the second-largest wine-producing state in the United States. Most of these AVAs are located in the east, centered around the valleys of Walla Walla, the Columbia River and Yakima. The grape varieties that thrive here are numerous: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris all continue to make increasingly compelling wines. Washington wines thrive in dry, semi-arid conditions far from the Pacific Ocean and are protected from the Pacific Northwest rain shadow by the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges. Washington owes its unique terroir to the historic Missoula Floods, which swept through the region 10,000 years ago, stripping away the earth and replacing it with sandy soils from modern-day Utah, Idaho and Montana.

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