Monte Antico 2006 Toscana

Now here’s the perfect bargain. Its something that Italy has been doing more consistently than all other countries with the exception of maybe Australia. This Tuscan red wine blend is a mixture of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot, and can be found for anywhere from $8 to $10. I’ve had this brand many times over the years as it tends to deliver a decent wine at a good price. This vintage is no exception. The other thing that makes this wine a winner is accessibility. I’ve been able to find this at most wines stores and better grocery stores, making it more impressive that they can mass-produce a quality product like this. Quality was higher across the board in 2006 and this wine definitely benefited from the ideal growing conditions.

Monte Antico 2006

Medium-bodied, this wine has a good cherry and plum core. The nose is fragrant and pure, with hints of lavender and spice. The mouth-feel is fairly rich due to the Cab and Merlot, giving this wine some body, however it never feels too heavy. It has a cool, lithe quality that makes a good wine for everything from pizza to pastas, and maybe even a little bit of bar-be-que chicken. The finish is smooth and enjoyable. Its by no means a deep, intellectual wine, but for the price it really delivers a solid wine with an interesting flavor palate, and pairs well with alot of foods. I’ve got to stay this is a Brick Solid Plus wine that I’ll go back to again and again.

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