Never afraid to take a risk, the Roberts family brought in this rarely seen and busty Italian red — native to Umbria — but grown at Inland Desert Nursery near Red Mountain. They’ve teamed up and turned it into greatness. Concentrated aromas of red currant, cherries and granola lead to bright flavors of blueberry, raspberry and pomegranate. “Bold, yet elegant!” exclaimed one judge. Qualifying awards: Los Angeles Invitational (best of class, double gold)
Rating: Double Platinum • 97 points
Production: 97 cases
Alcohol: 15%
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