Atlas Peak Reserve Sangiovese 1997
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vineyard: Atlas Peak Winery
Region: Napa Valley, California
Sangiovese is clearly a grape variety that is growing in popularity with American wine lovers. Rooted in the history of the Tuscany region of Italy, Sangiovese is the primary grape found in Chianti Classico wines. The 1997 Atlas Peak Reserve Sangiovese has shed the old world and taken on a decidedly distinctive California flavor.
The long, slow 1997 growing season has produced our best Sangiovese to date. The fruit is concentrated with ripe plum and black cherry and blackberry flavors accentuated by a complex layering of oak and smoke spice character.
With the release of our hearty 1997 Reserve Sangiovese it is clear why Atlas Peak Vineyards has become America's leading producer of this wonderful Tuscan grape variety.
The rich, plum flavors of this wine are certainly at home with a marinara-sauced pasta or a simple rustic pizza with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Try marinating a steak with pepper and garlic for a delicious pairing with this Sangiovese.
Alcohol: 14.2% by volume
