Pepi Sangiovese 1999
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vineyard: Pepi
Region: Napa Valley, California
This 100% Sangiovese was aged for more than a year in French oak barrels. Picked at peak ripeness in the Sierra Foothills and Mendocino County, the fruit's delicate spicy flavors complement the aromas of cherry pie and nutmeg. Tannins are soft but firm--just right for serving with duck, pork roast and pasta marinara.
"Blends grapes from the Sierra Foothills and Mendocino to produce a balanced. rich and harmonious drink with flavors of black cherry, tobacco and spices. In Chianti-like fashion, it's bone dry, light and delicate of structure, and rather bitter. The color is pale. This is a well-made wine that would be good with a wide variety of foods, especially hard Italian cheeses."
-Wine Enthusiast
