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Forest flavors in rich Tuscan
By Aubrey Buckingham |
May 10, 2009, Sunday
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THE Tuscan market is getting a bit crowded in these parts but Carpineto hopes its Dogajolo will suit local palates with its rich, fruity flavors.
The sun-kissed wines of Tuscany produce some of the finest wines in the world and many have made it to these shores.
The clean acidity of the modern styles are ideal matches for food and do better than the big Bordeauxs many local diners try to shoehorn with their meals.
For starters, Tuscan wines are the ideal color. It may seem trivial to some but local consumers know what they like and what they like is red.
Also, the Mediterranean climate provides for plenty of sunshine which ripens grapes quicker and builds the fruity flavors.
It's been more than 20 years since Wine Spectator's James Suckling coined the term "Super Tuscan" and, while it has little significance here, the idea of a "Baby Super Tuscan" still has great appeal.
Carpineto's Dogajolo, distributed by Mecuris Fine Wines, is more than just a pretty label. At 238 (US$34.90) yuan, it's a reasonable proposition for those looking for an entry into these often expensive drops.
The colorful label is not just for show. A sip of this light but rich wine links you to the thick forest floor typical of the region. Wet clumps of fruit meld seamlessly with the meaty typicity of Tuscan wines, all wrapped in a bundle of spicy red fruit and more forest flavors.
A decidedly middle class wine, it goes best with handmade pasta or a good beef stew.
The sun-kissed wines of Tuscany produce some of the finest wines in the world and many have made it to these shores.
The clean acidity of the modern styles are ideal matches for food and do better than the big Bordeauxs many local diners try to shoehorn with their meals.
For starters, Tuscan wines are the ideal color. It may seem trivial to some but local consumers know what they like and what they like is red.
Also, the Mediterranean climate provides for plenty of sunshine which ripens grapes quicker and builds the fruity flavors.
It's been more than 20 years since Wine Spectator's James Suckling coined the term "Super Tuscan" and, while it has little significance here, the idea of a "Baby Super Tuscan" still has great appeal.
Carpineto's Dogajolo, distributed by Mecuris Fine Wines, is more than just a pretty label. At 238 (US$34.90) yuan, it's a reasonable proposition for those looking for an entry into these often expensive drops.
The colorful label is not just for show. A sip of this light but rich wine links you to the thick forest floor typical of the region. Wet clumps of fruit meld seamlessly with the meaty typicity of Tuscan wines, all wrapped in a bundle of spicy red fruit and more forest flavors.
A decidedly middle class wine, it goes best with handmade pasta or a good beef stew.
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