Wine Reviewed
Cesari Merlot IGT 2009 12% alcohol about $7
Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note: Ruby/cherry color; dark plum and blueberry aromas; light- to medium-bodied with a core of sweet, red berry flavors and a velvety finish. Serving Suggestion: Pasta with a mushroom sauce, veal, or meat pizzas.” And now for my review.
Quinzano Veneto
At the first sips this wine offered dark plums. It had round tannins and balanced acidity but was short. The initial meal centered on slow-cooked beef ribs. In response the wine’s acidity weakened but its tannins deepened. The side dish of potatoes lengthened the wine. Dill pickles brought out more plums and perhaps surprisingly, a touch of sweetness. Spicy Calabria olives thinned this Merlot.
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