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P Avanzi

2016 Garda Sangiovese, Merlot

Cantine Fratelli Avanzi's P Avanzi is an exquisite red wine that beautifully showcases the harmonious blend of Sangiovese and Merlot grapes. Hailing from the picturesque Garda region, this 2016 vintage offers a well-rounded and approachable experience. The wine exhibits a medium body that is both enjoyable and satisfying, complemented by a balanced acidity that lends a refreshing quality to each sip. With its fruit intensity that leans towards the prominent side, the wine reveals alluring notes of ripe cherries and dark berries, creating an inviting profile. The tannins are notable, providing structure and depth without overpowering the vibrant fruit character. This wine is dry, making it an excellent choice for a range of food pairings or simply to savor on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, BBQ Pork Ribs, Beef Bolognese

Region:


Garda

Nowhere inspires romance quite like Italy's Lake Garda. Its eastern shores merge into the beautifully terraced hillsides of Verona, where vines meet cypress, olive, cherry and citrus groves. Chardonnay is the most planted variety here, soaking in the warm Mediterranean sun and developing fine acids and aromatics in the cool Alpine air. Garganega (the grape of nearby Soave) also thrives, as does Riesling and northeast Italy's ubiquitous Pinot Grigio. Garda's famous light reds—Valpolicella and Bardolina—are made principally from the local Corvina grape. Other outstanding Garda wines include Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

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