Sicily: Cerasuolo Di Vittoria
Cerasuolo, Sicily
Cerasuolo Di Vittoria is a blend of Nero D'Avola and Frappato.
Try: Cos, Valle Dell'Acate, Planeta
This is a smooth, rich red with just enough flower and finesse.
Under $30 at Gotham Wines.
Can't get enough of Planeta? Check in for a session at the winery hotel and cooking school, la foresteria.
Veneto: Palazzo della Torre
Veneto makes Amarone, Valpolicella and other well-known Italian reds. We like Palazzo della Torre that uses Amarone grapes and methods for a easier-drinking, easier on the wallet wine. 70% Corvina , 25% Rondinella and 5% Sangiovese. A portion of the fruit for this wine (30%) is left to air-dry on racks (Amarone-style). WA 89 points.
Try: Allegrini
"An irresistibly stylish wine... opulent, generous red is loaded with jammy dark cherries, chocolate, spices and sweet toasted oak." WA 90 points.
Around $16 at 67 Wines.
Tuscany: Bolgheri Tenuta Argentiera
Tuscan Bordeaux Blend from Alta Maremma, first tasted at i Sodi in NYC. A gentle Super Tuscan.
40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, give or take.
90 Points: Wine Spectator. Ranked second among the wines from this region with respect to number of prizes won. The 2008 vintage was awarded Gold Outstanding from the International Wine & Spirit Competition as well as Or from the Selection Mondiale des Vins Canada.
Where: That's the tough part. This wine comes and goes. If you see it, buy it. Or go to i Sodi, an awesome restaurant whatever wine they're serving.
Tuscany: Avignonesi Merlot Desiderio
Lush Tuscan Merlot. 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon.
NapaCabs.com says, "Ripe black berry fruit, sandalwood, cinnamon, and vanilla." WA 94 Pts, Decanter Bronze Medal.
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