Ostinato - Fine Ambra Marsala Secco NV Ciro Classico Superiore

Ostinato - Fine Ambra Marsala Secco NV Ciro Classico SuperioreAged for more than two years in botti, without temperature control or topping up. While fortified, the base wines were 'alto grado' (high grade), meaning they were harvested from later harvest, riper grapes. At just 17% abv, the amount of fortifying spirit used was considerably less than is used by their more commercial peers (i. e., more wine and less fortifying spirit). The result is a young marsala of high 'vinous character' and more complex

balanced wines with fresh fruit character at this estate

The Mannings continued to keep the business in the family

Cabernet Sauvignon 80%

The estate covers 60 hectares and includes woods and olive groves

This may have been my favorite 10 Year Tawny this issue

followed quickly by a burst of raspberry and blackberry puree flavors that extend lengthily through the black tea– and anise-framed finish

The nose is lifted and draws you in with ripe plum

which has a small dash of Merlot

Enjoy with: Smoked brisket with red wine reduction barbecue sauce

fruit-forward red offers a fresh bouquet of wild berries with floral undertones

which is supported by the natural acidity that makes this variety

Old vines and a young wine