Tumbler wine that’s perfetto when a little old country taverna vibe is required. Juicy from the start but with enough trademark bricky tannin. Emilia Romagna is a beautiful place and we are thankful to have this. 

Brand: IL Vignaiolo 

Region: Emilia Romagna, Italy

Variety: Sangiovese 

Vintage: 2023

Alcohol: 12.5% 

Ageing: now to 2030

Medium full red with the merest trace of purple, this has a simple herbal, plummy aroma of a basic, fruit-driven red wine. Tannins are light and drying but supple enough.Tannins are light and drying but supple and smooth. It’s a drink-now style but arguably needs food because of its savouriness. It’s excellent value in its category, and actually tastes distinctively like sangiovese. (Screwcap)