An Umbrian Orvieto Classico

An Umbrian Orvieto Classico:

An Umbrian Orvieto Classico

Is its appellation justified?...

Ruffino Orvieto Classico

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Wine Reviewed
Ruffino Orvieto Classico 2010 12 % alcohol about $10.

Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note: Pale straw color; citrus and apple fruit aromas and flavors; light-bodied, clean and crisp a hint of almond in the finish. Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled as an aperitif or with deep-fried calamari.” And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was lovely and elegant. It was mouth filling. Slightly sweet. Japanese rice and peanut crackers intensified the citrus. The initial meal centered on Kube, ground beef in ground bulgar and semolina jackets swimming in a Swiss Chard sauce. The libation responded with slightly harsh, citrusy acidity. I felt that the citrus fruit wasn’t completely ripe. On the other hand the wine presented a pleasant sweetness. Dousing Louisiana hot sauce on the Kube tamed the Orvieto’s acidity. A few squares of bittersweet Swiss chocolate nearly extinguished this wine.

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