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It is getting harder and harder to affix a mark on any wine these days since the quality of wine passing this writer seems to be getting increasingly better. The difference between wine quality is becoming so nebulous-----especially when wine makers are becoming so skilled at their trade and----we can't leave out technology and passion. It is becoming harder to judge.

Castello del Trebbio   Chianti Superiore 2021 DOCG, Tuscany            95/100  $18.95

Colour: Red

Nose: Red Fruit (Cherry, Currants, Raspberry), floral blossom notes, vanilla spice, anise

Palate: Medium body, very elegant, forward tannin with evolving anise finish

Comments: A superior product from a small (46 Hectare) winery. I was puzzled at the style of oak used and for a while suspected two types of oak but on researching the product I found that my quandary was that Slovenian Oak was used in conjunction with stainless steel (six months each) after the initial fermentation in stainless steel tanks using indigenous (wild) yeasts. Vineyard practices natural, organic, biodynamic agriculture. Owners Anna Baj Macario/Sefano Casadei are in a partnership with Cline in California. Wine is nicely integrated. Excellent purchase.  13 % alcohol

Grapes: Sangiovese (85%), Colorino (10%) and Ciliegiolo (5%)

Pairing: Risotto, Roasts, Antipasti, Aged Hard Cheese.

Magus Crianza 2020 "6 Meses",  Extremadura  Ribera del Guadiana    93/100**   $14.95

Colour: Dark Red

Nose: Dark Fruit (ripe blackberry, black cherry, mulberry), bubble gum, strawberry jam, pepper spice

Palate: Medium to full body, dry, accessible tannin, licorice and pleasant finish.

Comment: A good wine for all purpose meal. The 6 Meses means lightly passed over 6 month old barrels ( French and American Oak) which produces wine that can be consumed younger and casually. 14 % alcohol.

Grapes: 100% Tempranillo

Pairing: cold cuts, beef, lamb and pasta   

**: Rating based on price and easy accessibility of wine. Great unpretentious addition for everyday!  

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