I love Italian Wine. There is so much character and essence in Italian Wine that you simply cannot replicate without growing your fruit from that soil. It’s Real. It’s Lush. It is Italy. It has a distinct flavor of Earth and Oak, mixed with ripe fruit and lush berry. There is nothing like Italian wine, even when its not “Italian Wine” like the IGT Antinori wine I reviewed.

This Argiano is a Brunello,

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This Region is known for deep, dark and rich red wine. It’s reputation is sublime and the price will in fact reflect this revered status. This will be magnified by the crappy US Dollar. Thank you Mr. Bush.

Tasting Notes:

On the Nose there is a little must, earth and hay; not barn hay. A field hay, light and arromatic, like driving past a field with the windows open.

This wine is very smooth and lush.

The Flavor is Classic Italy and very traditional, little bit of earth, little bit of oak and spice; that of black pepper and Black Cherry.
It is Fruity on the back end with out acidity.

I tried to get a decent picture of the color:

It’s really hard to do, as if you don’t use the flash its black. But the light washes the color out vs. natural light. Its deeper in the middle and as it gradiates to the edge, you get this gorgeous browning.

So, pricewise I can say this wine is cheap… FOR A BRUNELLO.

You can buy it retail for around 50 to 60 Dollars. At least for now, all depending on the continued poor performance of the U.S. Dollar. This price point is not exactly entry level for most wine, and as you may or may not know, that is my focus. However, I am remaining true to form because this is an entry level price Brunello with exceptional value. In general, good Brunello’s run in the $100+ range. So this is a good buy if you want a delicious Italian wine that will impress a guest or significant other and won’t totally break your budget for the finer things.

Keep drinking wine and good luck finding this exceptional product!

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I live in the Detroit area and I'm working toward certification as a wine expert, called a Master Sommelier. So far I'm in the Guild. Aside from working six days a week, I spend way too much time playing video games and putzing around on the internet. I'm also a Michigan State Graduate (BS Human resources, BA Sociology) and a hardcore sports fan.
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