California Central Coast Wine Value Review - Giornata Il Campo 2007

The hinterland of the California Central Coast are very similar to Tuscany - if a little drier in the summer and not quite as cold in winter, as the Tuscany. The terroir is particularly suited for robust red wines such as Sangiovese, the classic Tuscan grape of Chianti fame. In this article we take a look at Giornata Il Campo in 2007, an American-style field blend of Italian wine.

2007 Il Campo, Central Coast, from which the wines GiornataWebsite:

"This is our take on a modern mix of field, Il Campo in Italy means the field .... The most important grape variety is Sangiovese: But more importantly, the style of the wine. This wine was perfect for our favorite hotels in America prepared Italian dishes. It is a great game pizzas with thin, silky, fresh pasta and other simple dish that Pomodoro (Tomato) covers. "

Sangiovese | Background:

Sangiovese is from the Latin SanguisJovis meaning "The Blood of Jupiter". Sangiovese is the grape of Tuscany. Most Americans know as Chianti wine. It is one of the great grapes, but unfortunately Italian Sangiovese wines in the United States imports were not always very well done.

Sangiovese can be very impressive wines. Chianti minimum is 70% Sangiovese (10% white local). It is usually the predominant grape in the higher class of "super-Tuscan" blend. In good hands Sangiovese wines creates deep red color, strawberry and blueberry flavors, with hints of spices like cinnamon and thyme, medium to full body and a good balance of tannins and acids.

Our observations:

In the glass the wine was a deep garnet red. In strong light, the wine was transparent and clean. Swirling the glass, the wine is nicely coated this side of the glass with long slow run tears indication of the main characteristic body> Wine is to do in the situation.

When you sniff the wine, we noticed the aroma of strawberry and cherry.

On the open range, the flavor continues with a nice sense of vanilla and pepper. The flavor was full, dry, smooth, good acidity and mild tannins. The alcohol, at 14.6% was significant, but very balanced and not harsh.

The surface was smooth and substantial, leaving a complex and long warm echo of the wine in your mouth.

There is a saying in Italy,What grows together goes together, and this red wine is very food friendly perfectly at home with the Mediterranean diet in Italy. With its berry and spice flavors, soft tannins and good acidity, a great wine selection to accompany this basis, a tomato braised chicken Chicken as Cacciatora | Chicken Hunter Style with soft polenta - just happen to be on our menu just this month.