Reviews & Ratings

2010 Castello Banfi Italian (Tuscany) Red "BelnerO"

Winery: Castello Banfi

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "BelnerO"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: Sangiovese with a small % of noble French Varietals

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Toscana

State or country: Italy

Price: $28

Cases produced: 3,000

KWG Score: 90 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: March 2, 2014

Wine Review: This opaque and midnight blue colored Tuscan blend opens with an inviting blueberry bouquet with a hint of blackberry and oak. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, very well balanced, friendly and smooth. The flavor profile is a tasty black currant with hints of oak, mild blackberry, anise and a touch of black pepper. The finish is dry and its moderate tannins are sticky and linger for quite some time. Decant this wine and serve it with a well-marbled ribeye. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Deep and intense mauve red. Gentle aromas of vanilla, tobacco and coffee, with hints of cherry jam and prunes. Taste: Harmonious with soft, well-balanced tannins. Persistent finish and a great potential for aging. Perfect with red meats, wild game and aged cheeses.

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