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Sangiovese Puglia i.g.t. 2009

This wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in Apulia where the particular climate and soils combine to enhance this grape’s unique characteristics. Careful craftsmanship at Giordano’s Torricella winery has resulted in this medium bodied ruby red wine with an aroma that hints at cherry and a dry, well balanced taste. This is a wine that can be enjoyed throughout the meal and is particularly well suited to salami, chicken or turkey dishes. Serve at 64°F.

Piedmont Barbera d.o.c. 2008

This renowned wine from Piedmont is produced with Barbera grapes grown on the gently sloping hills of the region. Deep ruby red in color, with typical fruity aroma, this wine is a well balanced, medium bodied wine with a distinct fruit driven flavor. This is an easy drinking, food friendly wine suitable with any course from starters to entrees. Serve at 60°-64°F.

Merlot Cabernet i.g.t. 2009 Venezie "Collection"

Produced from selected Merlot and Cabernet grapes grown in the Venice region. The classic blackcurrant and pepper flavors of Cabernet contrast perfectly with the plumy fruit of Merlot to form a delicious wine of distinction and style. On the palate, the wine shows mouth-filling softness as well as strength and complexity of flavor. Serve with grilled steak, rich meat dishes or mature cheeses.

Toscano Rosso i.g.t. "Selvato"

This structured, velvety wine is what is known world wide as a Super Tuscan. A blend of Tuscan and international grape varieties partially aged in oak to produce a rich wine with an enticing garnet hue, an elegant bouquet of ripe fruit, and notes of spice and vanilla. To the taste it is mellow, well balanced with good length on the finish. Serve at 64°F.

Cortese Piemonte d.o.c. 2008

Cortese is a classic white grape variety from Piedmont producing refreshing wines whose crisp levels of acidity make them particularly food friendly - especially with sea food. The color is a delicate straw yellow. The aroma has a fresh floral note with inviting hints of citrus. The taste is crisp and fruity with a tangy citrus finish. Ideal as an aperitif or with seafood - especially shrimp and crab.
Serve at 54°F.

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Tuscany Toscana Bianco i.g.t. 2008

This blend of Trebbiano Toscano, Chardonnay and Malvasia Bianca grapes has a pale straw yellow color and displays pleasant fruity and flowery aromas on the nose. The taste is soft with a fresh, crisp finish. Ideal as aperitif but also a great accompaniment to poultry, fish and vegetables. Serve at 50°-54°F.