A ripe and jammy expression of Merlot form central Italy with aromas of black cherry, exotic spice, green peppercorn, leather and moist pipe tobacco. The wine is soft, smooth and extremely velvety on the close.——M.L.(3/1/2011)—— 87

This is an easy-drinking Merlot from Lazio that would pair well with pasta carbonara or amatriciana (tomato and smoked cubes of bacon). It delivers sharp tones of black fruit and freshly milled black pepper with lingering tones of spice and tobacco.——M.L.(9/1/2009)—— 87