Podere Forte 'Guardiavigna' Orniello Toscana IGT 2018 Half Case (6x720ml) earthen tang

earthen tang

Expect tropical aromas and flavors dancing on your palate

revealing notes of plum and clove against an elegant violet backdrop

austere acidity of Carignan (30 percent) supports those generous flavors

the 2012 Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvee Réservée is a classic

Podere Forte 'Guardiavigna' Orniello Toscana IGT 2018 Half Case (6x720ml) earthen tangThe Podere Forte 2018 Guardavigna Orniello opens to medium dark intensity with plush dark fruit aromas and a good amount of oak spice to soften the load. Blackberry and black cherry are framed by nutmeg and toasted cinnamon. The mouthfeel works very nicely here, showing elegance and a rather streamlined style.