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Varvaglione
2016 Salice Salentino DOP

Pair this wine with:
Beef Cheese Pasta Pork

Category: Regional Salice Salentino

Date Tasted:
Country: Italy
Alcohol: 14%
90 Points
Gold Medal
Exceptional
$19.99

Varvaglione
2016 Salice Salentino DOP

Pair this wine with:
Beef Cheese Pasta Pork

Category: Regional Salice Salentino

Date Tasted:
Country: Italy
Alcohol: 14%
Black violet color. Aromas of mulling spices, olives, chocolate, blistered blackberries, root beer float, and sun dried tomato with a round, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, charming, medium-length tangy forest berry preserves and pink peppercorns finish with light oak flavor. A rich and spicy Salice Salentino that may appeal to Syrah fans.

Tasting Info

Wine Glass Style: Fruity, Juicy & Smooth, Oaky & Rich & Full
Aroma Aroma: mulling spices, olives, chocolate, blistered blackberries, root beer float, and sun dried tomato
Taste Flavor: tangy forest berry preserves and pink peppercorns
Sweetness Sweetness: Dry-yet-Fruity
Enjoy Enjoy: Now-3 years with food and on its own
Recipes Pairing: Baked Ham, Meat Loaf, Lasagna
Bottom Line Bottom Line: A rich and spicy Salice Salentino that may appeal to Syrah fans.
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The Importer
1021 1/2 Saville Ave
Eddystone, PA 19022
USA
1 610-872-1500
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Regional Salice Salentino

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Serve in a Zinfandel Wine Glass
Salice Salentino is a red wine from the southern Italian region of Puglia. Named for the eponymous town, the wine is made primarily from the Negroamaro grape. Medium-full, these wines feature black cherry fruit and distinct spice with ripe, forward fruit. Classic versions are meant for enjoyment within three to five years, while riservas can drink well for a decade or so. Pair with most red meats and grilled foods.

Though not as common, there are white and rosé versions as well.

Varvaglione 2016 Salice Salentino DOP rating was calculated by to be 90 points out of 100 on 3/4/2021. Please note that MSRP may have changed since the date of our review.