Reviews & Ratings

2007 Benessere Sangiovese (US) "Napa Valley"

Winery: Benessere

Vintage: 2007

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Sangiovese (US)

Grape blend: 100% Sangiovese

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $28

Cases produced: 1,236

KWG Score: 88.6 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: June 18, 2011

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Sangiovese from Napa Valley opens with a black cherry bouquet with a hint of pomegranate. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied and balanced. The flavor profile is black cherry with notes of cocoa and a hint of oak, coffee, and black raspberry. The finish is very dry and its tannins are rather sticky and long. This Sangiovese is different than your typical Chianti. It is a bit more substantial. As a result, I would pair it with veal marsala. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Beautiful ruby color, perfume and red fruit laden aromatics, along with soulful and palate pleasing flavors are the major descriptors of our 2007 Estate Sangiovese. This wine is a versatile partner with foods ranging from barbecue-grilled chicken to porcini rigatoni and marinated pork tenderloin. The clean core of acidity and lingering finish with substantial yet supple tannins are hallmarks of a wine that is drinkable now, but will last for a decade or more. - Jack Stuart, Winemaker

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