Colle Picchioni Rosso 2003

Colle Picchioni (Italy)

(Latium)

Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

The wine shows an intense ruby red color and nuances of ruby red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of black cherry, blueberry and plum followed by aromas of blackberry, raspberry, licorice and hints of bell pepper. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however balanced, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with flavors of black cherry, plum and blueberry. This wine ages in steel tanks after a short period of aging in cask.

Alcohol: 13%

Sauteed meat, Broiled meat and barbecue, Stuffed pasta

Suggested glass	17 °C (62 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

Issue 23, October 2004

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