It seemed fitting tonight to open this Super Tuscan to complement our spaghetti dinner. A Super Tuscan is a Tuscan red wine that doesn't follow the traditional appellation laws. Monte Antico is 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cab, and 5% Merlot. A few months back I received an email offer from Wine Express for this wine. Between the price of this wine ($12/750ml) and shipping for their wine of the day offer (99¢/bottle), I decided to give it a try.
Despite being ranked #61 in Wine Spectator's 2009 top 100 and garnering a 90 pt rating from them, I am less than impressed. The nose is full of plum and overpowering anise/licorice. Then palate is marked by nice red fruit and smooth tannins, but the acidity is simply too biting. Low 12.5% alcohol.
The search for affordable and tasty Super Tuscans continues...
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