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Vensame

2013 Rubicone Sangiovese

The Santa Lucia Vinery Vensame is a captivating red wine made from Sangiovese grapes, hailing from the esteemed Rubicone region. This 2013 vintage showcases a wonderfully medium-bodied profile, offering a delightful complexity that lingers on the palate. The acidity is bright and refreshing, perfectly balancing the wine's structure and enhancing its overall vibrancy. Flavors of ripe cherry, plum, and subtle hints of dried herbs and earthiness create a harmonious blend, while the tannins are notably firm yet approachable, adding depth and character to the experience. With its dry finish, this wine invites you to explore its multifaceted nature, making it an ideal choice for pairing with a variety of dishes or enjoyed on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

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, Beef Bolognese, Ossobuco

Region:


Rubicone

Crossing the Rubicone was a momentous event for Julius Caesar, although it is difficult to feel the significance today while standing on the banks of this sleepy rural river. The Rubicone includes wines produced in the eastern part of the Emilia-Romagna region, from the hills of Bologna to the Adriatic coast. Sangiovese reigns here, thriving in the rocky Apennine foothills and fertile plains. Modern examples add Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, while more traditional wines blend in the local Pignoletto and Ancellotta varieties. Whites are often made from Trebbiano, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Overall, Rubicone wines are well balanced and deliciously quaffable—this is not surprising for a region like Emilia-Romagna, where food and wine are inseparable.

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