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    Duca Bortini Sangiovese Terre Siciliane - Wines For Humanity

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 8, 2018 Last Updated: August 20, 2022

    Perfect with meatball marinara!

    Duca Bortini Sangiovese Terre Siciliane - Wines For Humanity

    This review is sponsored by Wines For Humanity.

    100% Sangiovese from Sicily, Italy.

    The Duca Bortini Sangiovese Terre Siciliane has an SRP of $18.99 and can be purchased direct from Wines For Humanity. Imported by Kepp Wine Imports. Find our full write-up on the good things Wines For Humanity are doing and how you can get involved here!

    From Wines For Humanity:

    Sangiovese is as hard to grow as Pinot Noir. That may explain why its name is derived from the Latin sanguis Jovis, or 'the blood of Jove'. Like Pinot, it is a thin-skinned grape that ripens slowly, but the reward is a stunning aroma, texture and acidity . This wine from Sicily is ruby red, with aromas of violets, sour cherries and plums. On the palate, the wine is soft and round, with berry fruit flavors. The bright acidity in Sangiovese helps it go well with dishes which also include some acidity. This acidity is one reason that it pairs so well with tomato sauce, Lasagna, bell peppers or simple meat dishes like roast beef. It is also the reason it is the primary grape used in Chianti. Suggested cheese pairing: Aged Gouda and Cheddar, aged Manchego or Pecorino.

    13% Alcohol

    The 2015 Duca Bortini Sangiovese Terre Siciliane begins with a very pleasant, classic Sangiovese aroma of red cherry and spice, although it does need a little time to breathe to open up so plan accordingly. Tasting the wine reveals more classic Sangiovese -- sweet and tart red and black cherry, plum, a little earthiness and great acidity. It's just calling out to be paired with a meatball marinara! A smooth mouthfeel, fine tannins and a long, dry finish round out this medium-bodied wine. This is some tasty Sangiovese from Sicily!

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    2015 Duca Bortini Sangiovese Terre Siciliane

    TASTE: 9       COST: 2
    OVERALL RATING: 7.3

    Recommended Buy

    Filed Under: Deals, Italy, Sangiovese

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