A Fizzy Italian Kosher Malvasia:
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Wine Reviewed
Borgo Reale Malvasia Indicazione Geografica Tipica 2008 6.5 % alcohol about $15.
There were no marketing materials so let’s start by quoting the back label. “Borgo Reale Malvasia is made up of carefully selected grapes grown in the Apulia region of southern Italy. This light red fizzy aromatic wine shows pleasant notes of strawberry, raspberry, and hints of ripe cherry. Thanks to its crisp acidity, soft mouth, and red fruit lingering aftertaste, it is the perfect wine served as an aperitif, with cheeses and light entries. Best served chilled.” And now for my review.
At the first sips this wine seemed to be a sweet soda pop. My initial meal centered on a spicy homemade roasted chicken leg. Now the liquid’s acidity perked up. It was pleasant and fruity. When it encountered the side dish of leeks sautéed in olive oil its acidity crawled back into the shell. I asked myself, “Is this wine?” In the face of fruit juice candy there was no pretense of wine. It would be a kiddie’s drink except for the 6.5% alcohol. I repeat, do not serve this liquid to children.
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