Sunday, January 25, 2015

Tasting - Masseria Surani Puglia Ares Red

1/25/2015 - Week 1




Name:  Masseria Surani Puglia Ares Red
Variety: 50% Primitivo, 30% Negroamaro, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
Region: Puglia
Country:Italy
Year: 2012
Price: $12.95

Winery review: "Intense ruby red color. Red fruits, black-cherry on the nose. Sapid, balanced acidity, soft tannins, medium-bodied. Rich first courses, red and roasted meats" - Missy M. Touton, Vintage Cellar wine tasting

My Review:  I did not feel as though this wine had a very bold taste, but contained a dry after taste. With a new like Ares, named for the Greek god of war, I expected rich bold flavors to hit me right away, but did not feel as though it did that. It had a very grape-like smell and I could taste cherries, but felt the alcohol after taste wasn't pleasant. I could see how this wine could be paired with a roasted meat, as mentioned in the review above, and feel as though the meet may mellow out some of that alcohol taste.

I did not taste this wine with any food.

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