A Central Italian Red Blend

A Central Italian Red Blend: Wine Reviewed
Velletri Centurio DOC 2011 12.5% alcohol about $7

Let’s start with the marketing materials. “Tasting Note : Medium ruby/garnet; aromas of raspberry, dried cherry, mocha, cedar, and herbs; dry, medium bodied, moderate structured tannins, fresh fruit on finish. Serving Suggestion : Eggplant parmigianna, chicken casserole, rich tomato based pasta dishes, or braised veal shank.” And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was dark, offering balanced acidity and tannins. But it was short. In the presence of Japanese rice crackers the drink’s acidity stepped up and I tasted plums. My first meal centered on a slow-cooked shoulder lamb chop. The libation was longer as it melded with the meat and I tasted some chocolate. When paired with the accompanying potatoes the liquid’s acidity became slightly unbalanced. Then I added a generous amount of Louisiana hot sauce to the meat. My glass’s contents gave me the impression of thinness.

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