Selection Italian Sangiovese Wine Kit Italian Sangiovese (san joe VAY zee) has a bright red cherry character overlaying strawberry notes with hints of violets and white pepper. It s medium body and long wonderfully smooth tannic finish is livened by a zing of acidity and toasty oak. Selection International Series features grapes harvested from great winemaking regions outside of North America. Like Selection Original this premium wine kit contains 100% pure varietal grape juice and varietal grape juice concentrate while offering varietals from the finest the world has to offer. Contains ingredients only equipment must be purchased separately. *Instructions *Contains 15 litres of concentrated verietal juice and all required additives *Yields 6 gallons of wine or about 30 750ml bottles... Less

The wines of Tuscany were famous long before Leonardo da Vinci described them as "bottled sunshine," and they are at the forefront of the remarkable renaissance of Italian wine over the past 30 years. In this groundbreaking new book, Nicolas Belfrage shares his insider's knowledge acquired as a specialist wine trader and writer. Mindful of the region's fascinating past, Belfrage brings its story up to date, discussing such subjects as geology and geography, grape varieties, and the latest research into Sangiovese, the variety used in the top wines of Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. He also clarifies the regulatory framework and follows the recent controversial developments in viticulture and winemaking, including the rise of the Super-Tuscans... Less

utterly distinctive Chianti Classico from Agricola Querciabella is made from grapes that are carefully selected in vineyards and harvested in 8-kilo crates. They are destemmed, not crushed, after which they are conveyed into temperature- controlled stainless steel vats, where alcoholic fermentation and maceration take place. Macerations last about 12 days for Sangiovese and up to 20 days for other varietal. After completing a full malolactic fermentation wine is transferred into barriques. oak is 100 percent French, and comes from Allier, Chatillon, Nevers, and Tronçais. It is 30 percent new and 70 percent one year old or two year old for Sangiovese. It is 80 percent new for other cepages. various cepages undergo separate elevage. wine is regularly racked and tasted during whole barrel... Less

In Italy, wine is more than an accompaniment to food; it's a cultural institution and a source of national pride. Each of Italy's 20 significant wine-producing regions is featured here, with comprehensive details about local grape varieties and notable winemakers. In all, over 2,000 of Italy's best wines and producers are profiled and their recent vintages rated, from the powerful Amarone wines of Veneto in the north to Tuscany's lush Sangiovese grape-based chiantis and bold "Super Tuscans," through the many Sicilian wines made from the ancient cattaratto and carricante vines dotting the island. Of special interest to travelers are the regional maps, restaurant reviews, and tips on matching wines with the local cuisine, along with a glossary of Italian wine terms.

World Vineyard Italian Sangiovese The lively fruit and good acidity make it one of the most food friendly of all reds pairing well with pasta Veal Parmigiana intensely flavored cheeses and fruits like cherries figs plums and raspberries. Winexpert s World Vineyard Collection wine kits give winemakers the opportunity to make great wines from around the world. Featuring popular grape varietals with grape juices and concentrates from some of the finest growing regions in the world this kit produces high quality wines that you can enjoy within one month after bottling. Contains ingredients only equipment must be purchased separately. * Instructions :url http: www.winexpert.com pdfs kit instructions world vineyard_eng.pdf *Contains 10 litres of concentrated verietal juice and required... Less

Wine Spectator rating: 95. #8 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2010 Flaccianello combines all wild and old-world characteristics of Sangiovese grape with modern vinification techniques of what may be top winemaking house in Tuscany today. wine is like a taming and training of a beautiful black mustang stallion that has spent just enough time in wild to retain its fiery disposition. It opens up with brambly notes of berries and currants, cloves, lavender, violets and a hint of bittersweet chocolate. I wonder at grace of wine as I delight in first sip that is supple and cool on mouth but full of warm flavors that light up palate with bright notes of cherries and strawberries, tempered with touches of earthy leather and cherry-nut chutney. wine crashes into mid-palate on a wave of currants,... Less

Il Carbonaione has generous aromas of blackberries and currants. This is a full-bodied, rich wine with an exuberant personality. Recommended with red meats, such as Bistecca alla Fiorentina (grilled T-bone steak), braised short ribs, venison or lamb, and aged cheeses. 100% Sangiovese Wine Spectator rating: 92.

13.5% Alcohol Sangiovese/Syrah/ Merlot

A rich, brilliant ruby red. Good spice on nose, with generous notes of tobacco and wet earth (and of dry earth as well). palate is supported by a hefty charge of medium-smooth tannins to ensure required lengthy ageing. Superb weight and structure, with a classic finish. Significant cellar potential. Wine Spectator rating: 90.

This purple-red wine opens with intense aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and cherries. It is rich and full-bodied on palate, with soft flavors that echo fruity aromas. This wine is well-balanced with a pleasing finish. The Wine Advocate rating: 91.

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. The dark plum/ruby-hued, seductive 2006 Sangiovese exhibits notes of sweet cigar tobacco intermixed with plums, balsamic, strawberries, and black cherries. Round, generous, medium to full-bodied, and disarming, it should be consumed over the next 4-6 years.Frank Altamura and I agree on the fact that 90% of a wine's quality comes from the vineyard, and the winemaker accounts for 10% of the finished product. This huge 400-acre ranch in the Wooden Valley, nine miles northeast of Napa, has 65 acres of hillside vineyards. One of the most under-the-radar wineries in all of Napa, Altamura's Sangiovese makes a mockery of all the mediocre Sangioveses produced in California. Altamura also... Less

I’m no fan of California Sangiovese, but Altamura makes me a believer in what can be achieved. Aged 30 months in 70% new oak, from their own vineyard planted between 700 and 1000-feet above sea level, their 2008 Sangiovese has a dark plum/garnet colo... Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. A Sangiovese wine from California in USA. 2007 Altamura Sangiovese 750ml

overall judgement on 2006 vintage is very positive, in particular for quality level of grapes brought in. Spring was characterised by temperate conditions, scarce rains, and lack of heat stress, all of which favored sound, healthy fruit. Light rains during summer helped maintain groundwater reserves for vines. August was not excessively hot, with result that ripeness in various sections of grape (pulp, skin, pip) developed evenly and with good balance. September and October brought sunny days, dry and crisp, which were desired conditions for producing all of qualities necessary to making of high-quality, firmly- structured wines. Luce Brunello appears ruby red with garnet highlights. Fragrances of wild berry fruit, such as blueberry and redcurrant, predominate on nose; crisp notes of... Less

A rich, brilliant ruby red. Good spice on nose, with generous notes of tobacco and wet earth (and of dry earth as well). palate is supported by a hefty charge of medium-smooth tannins to ensure required lengthy ageing. Superb weight and structure, with a classic finish. Significant cellar potential. Wine Spectator rating: 92.

This wine is from United States, California region, Sonoma County sub-region and Alexander Valley appellation. Our grandfather first worked with Sangiovese in the late 1800’s during his tenure as winemaker at Italian Swiss Colony. His Sangiovese plantings on our Home Ranch are the oldest in America, dating back to 1910. They are also the rich source of four unique clones for our subsequent plantings of the varietal. Although Sangiovese typically grows vigorously, the low yielding, shallow soils of our Home Ranch, combined with our small-berried clones, produce wines of intense varietal character. SANGIOVESE Wine California Still Wine

Deep ruby red color. Typical aroma of Sangiovese with marked hints of plum. Intense and ample. long ageing in barriques oak leads to a very elegant nuance of species and vanilla. Good structure on palate, yet delicate and mature tannins. Lasting aftertaSainte Excellent balance between fruit and oak scent. Wine Enthusiast rating: 90.

2007 vintage of this wine was ranked #8 on Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 2010 Flaccianello combines all wild and old-world characteristics of Sangiovese grape with modern vinification techniques of what may be top winemaking house in Tuscany today. vineyards from which this wine takes its name continues to produce a Sangiovese of superior quality year on year. Made with 100% Sangiovese. Wine Spectator rating: 93.

Nicolas Belfrage concludes his two-volume tour of Italian wine with a look at the outstanding varieties from Tuscany to the south.In Barolo to Valpolicella, Belfrage demystified northern Italian viticulture, discussing dozens of wines ranging from the highest-quality vintages to affordable selections that can be enjoyed every day. Now, with Brunello to Zibibbo, he considers the wines from Tuscany to the south, again concentrating on the regions’ indigenous vines and the unique grapes that make Italy’s wines so exceptional. There’s extensive coverage of the vines and wines of Tuscany, as well as an assessment of the emerging wines of the south—on which, to date, little has been written. From the Sangiovese, or Brunello, of Tuscany, to the Zibibbo, or Alexandrian Muscat, of the island of... Less

Exceptional deep ruby color. Enticing nose of dried fruits, cranberries, vanilla, pencil shavings and graham cracker. On palate it is smooth, long and balanced by fine tannin and lively acidity. Excellent purity of fruit. After three days open this one is singing! Enjoy now through 2030. Blend: 92% Sangiovese and 8% Syrah

This wine is from United States, California region, Napa County sub-region and Napa Valley appellation. SANGIOVESE Wine California Still Wine

This Vino Nobile is made up primarily of Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and has a silky palate, rich cherry fruit and a full body. This is a great alternative to more expensive Brunellos. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 14% Bottle Size: 750ml We are a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY. We strive to offer our customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyday to the incredibly rare, all at excellent prices. We're always adding unexpected,

Pianrosso vineyard is at an altitude between 1,148 and 1,574 feet above sea level. This single vineyard, old vines bottling is what Ciacci's outstanding reputation was built upon. Aged for more than 36 months in 20 to 62 hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels, followed by a minimum of eight months of bottle refinement. A truly great value for a single vineyard Brunello. Wine Enthusiast rating: 91.

Dense ruby-red in color. Richly aromatic with vibrant notes of dried cherries, red berries, spice and toasted notes. palate shows a well-knit structure with firm tannins, lively acidity and smooth texture. This classic can be cellared for a few years, or served now with beef ravioli, seared pork loin, wild boar or other roasted game. The Wine Advocate rating: 89.

Intense and bright ruby red garnet highlights, this wine reveals typical aromas of violets and small red berries. There is a distinctive aroma of woodland undergrowth, aromatic wood and a light note of vanilla and preserved fruit, followed by subtle nuances of coffee. nose is intense, persistent, broad and ethereal. wine is warm, with a densely-woven and robust texture, while finish is persistent with roundlydefined tannins. wine's elegance and harmonious personality allow to pair well with highly- structured cuisine such as red meats and game accompanied by mushrooms and truffles. It is ideal with matured cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano and Tuscan pecorino. The Wine Advocate rating: 93.

2006 vintage of this wine was ranked #5 on Wine Spectator's Top 10 Wines of 2009 With this harvest, it was finally possible for Sangiovese to express its maximum potential. Intense ruby color with garnet tinges, it has a beautiful aromatic complex bouquet. Chocolate/coffee and spices palate, it possesses elegant tannin content and a lingering finish. Chianti Classico is especially perfect as a compliment to meat-based main courses, such as porchetta allo spiedo, tripe, bistecca alla fiorentina, Colonnata lard, cold cuts and finocchiona di cinta senese. Chianti Classico also goes well with semi-mature Pecorino Toscano cheese, crostini alla toscana and fagioli al fiasco. wine should be served at a temperature of 60-65°F. The Wine Advocate rating: 90.

A venerable Chianti showing rich fruit and lively aromatics. 80% Sangiovese is complemented by 20% Merlot and careful oak aging. Age-worthy, but can be enjoyed now with roasted meats and bean dishes. Dense ruby red in color. nose is fruity and dense with scents of rich red berries, spice and toasted notes. Well-knit structure and smooth on palate. Pitch perfect balance of tannins and acidity. The Wine Advocate rating: 89.

Tuscany is a region characterized by the peculiarity of the masterpieces it preserves. One of those jewels is the Sangiovese grape, the principle grape grown in the Tuscany region of Italy. Through the years, the land has marked many historical events with especial family dinners and homemade Italian wine. The fusion of family, food, and wine is an integral part of daily life. This collection, inspired by the rolling vineyards and the corresponding lifestyle, exhibits the delicacy and unique character of the Sangiovese. With warm earth tones and grapes ripe for picking. The Muscadine Collection will exude a little piece of Tuscan charm in your home.

James Suckling rating: 94. Intense and bright ruby red with garnet highlights, it expresses typical aromas of violets and small red berries, followed by spicy nuances of walnut husk. wine has a deeply-woven, robust texture with a persistent finish and well-rounded tannins. food pairings for Brunello Riserva must be in line with its elevated stature, such as traditional 'Fiorentina' Tbone steak, dishes prepared with wild boar, suckling pig and game. It also pairs well with very mature cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, Tuscan pecorino, provolone and Castelmagno.

Ruby red appearance with rich, intense tones. Spicy nose with floral notes and hints of wild berry (red and black), accompanied by mineral impressions and light toasted notes. Spice re-appears on palate, which displays firm but supple tannins, and finale is vigorous and taut. Overall, wine is compelling for its flavor-rich mid-palate and supporting acidity. Wine Spectator rating: 90.

A deep garnet red wine that tastes of black cherries, chocolate, and crushed berries. This wine exhibits rich oak scents followed by a gorgeous array of ripe and juicy fruits.