Rocca Frassinello, Maremma Toscana, Poggio alla Guardia

Deep, dark reddish-purple garnet. Full, forward & attractive nose of dark fruit aromas of cherries, blackberries & plums with earthy/dusty & floral overtones, spices, herbs, coffee/cocoa, minerals & a slight hint of cedar in the background. Medium-full bodied, with very good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, plush, ripe dark fruit flavors of cherries, blackberries & plums with cocoa/coffee, spices, herbs & minerals. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present with decanting & extended airing although it should continue …

Td- the one earlier from Tuscany was better. A little heavier, a little bitterer. Cm- Twas fine, everyone enjoyed it. made me look like a pro since I picked it out. Would buy again