Wine Reviewed
Terre di Giumara Grecanico 2009 12.5% alcohol about $10
Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note: Made from the Grecanico grape; a Sicilian specialty. Simply astounding value here. Medium gold in the glass, this ebullient wine opens with pretty honeysuckle, fresh apricot, melon and candied citrus. Dry, medium bodied and vibrant on the palate, with nervy acidity. Finishes nice and clean, with floral accents. A fun wine that will make a lovely summer sipper, or give it a whirl with pita bread and lemon-herb hummus. (VINTAGES panel, May 2010).” And now for my review.
Terre di Giumara Wine Estate
At the first sips this wine displayed light sweetness and honey, accompanied by pleasant acidity. The initial meal centered on a baked chicken breast with a medley of dried herbs including chilies, basil leaves, and parsley leaves. The wine was very refreshing, and almost elegant with plenty of citrus. The side dishes of brown Basmati rice and green beans with crushed tomatoes increased the citrus. The first dessert, fresh cantaloupe, rendered the Grecanico thin, but gave it some caramel. In response to the second dessert, fresh pineapple, the wine was somewhat darker.
This review of a Grecianico wine continues on my website.
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