Palaia 2003

Cantina Monrubio (Italy)

(Umbria)

Pinot Nero (34%), Merlot (33%), Cabernet Sauvignon (33%)
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

Palaia shows a deep ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, little transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of black cherry, plum and black currant followed by aromas of blueberry, violet, vanilla, tobacco, cocoa, leather and hints of eucalyptus. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a tannic attack and pleasing roundness, however balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of black cherry, plum and black currant. Palaia ages for 12 months in barrique followed by 12 months of aging in bottle.

Alcohol: 13.5%

Roasted meat, Stewed and braised meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

Issue 42, June 2006

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