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Varvaglione

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.

The Importer

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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.