Red
Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano Poggio Stella Merlot (Cortona)
Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano
Cortona · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Red
- Grape
- Merlot
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Cortona
- Appellation
- Cortona
- Body
- medium
- Acidity
- medium
- Tannin
- medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
linguiça grelhada · bolo de carne
Rated vintages
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201186 pts
The nose isn't very expressive, but subdued aromas of black currant, espresso and a whiff of Mediterranean herbs eventually unfold in the glass. The palate offers dried black fruit, espresso and a pepper note alongside astringent tannins that leave a mouth-drying finish. It's sh…
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200886 pts
This easy Poggio Stella Merlot is redolent of black cherry, mature raspberry and currants. It's aged in oak casks for six months to add a playful touch of spice and toast. Pair this well-priced Italian wine with grilled sausage or meatloaf.