Saturday, February 27, 2016

Tasting #18 Tonnino Syrah

Tasting #18 Tonnino

Name: Tonnino
Varietal: Syrah
Region: Sicily, Italy
Year: 2013
Price: $14

Winery review: An intense red color. Aromas of violet and blackcurrant enriched by hints of liquorice and black pepper. In the mouth it is full, round, slightly tannic and with a spicy note on the finish.

Personal review:  Personally, on the nose I smelled rubbing alcohol with a slight hint of blackberry. There was a much higher acidity to this wine on the palate and a short, tannic finish. On the palate there were hints of star anise, which I never find too appetizing, whether it is food or wine related. The body was full, but like I said the finish was fairly short. This tasting was not paired with food, but I would eat this with a nice, hearty steak.

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