Borgo Scopeta 2015

Slightly muted cherry hue with clear ricking at the rim. Nice bouquet rises of cocoa dust, fragrant pie cherry fruit with a wonderful savory overlay that is spicy and sweet.

Palate--Tart first impression with all the goodness of the bouquet absent in the mouth. Austere, over the hill but still very drinkable at the moment and might surprise me when I pair it with my bruschetta I am preparing.

I just bought this at an out of state wine store that runs great deals. I paid $12 for this marked down from $20. *It may just be over the hill.

*Okay then--with my bruschetta this wine is wonderful! This is a great example of the difference between a "food wine" and a wine that drinks well all by itself. If you find this for $10-12 grab it and have it with a nice pasta and tomato based sauce dish and you will love it. Or even with pizza sp raise a glass!

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