Wednesday, January 30, 2008

GAGLIOLE - CHIANTI

Vintage: 2002
Price Range: $20
Producer: Anthony Terlato
Region & Country: Chianti, Italy
Grape Variety: Rosso Red Wine
Recommended By: Wine Club

Place & Date Purchased: WineStyles, Evanston, IL - 01/15/2008
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 01/30/2008

Appearance: Nice, dark red
Nose: Fruity, yet slightly hot
Taste: Fruity, citris, but too sugary
Finish: Tangy and sour; slightly bitter
Overall Impression: I think it's a little tart. It's a good sipping wine if you want something to take your time with. I think it would be good with spicy food. I also think the price is steep for the taste.
Fun Note: While drinking this wine, I was playing the SNL Edition of Trivial Pursuit.

Overall Rating
: 85/100
Overall Value: ** / 5 Stars

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