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Pinetti Notte Primitivo 2010 (Vino Italiano, per favore.)
Primitivo, or zinfandel, is one red that is best enjoyed in its youth. As the name suggests, it’s an Italian wine. As its flavors suggest, this one is a winner for us. This 2010 Primitivo from Pinetti Notte was around $11 with a screwcap closure and an ABV of 12.5%.
The nose before decanting was particularly vegetal and grassy. White asparagus and dandelion were detected before the fruitiness of the cherry and blackberry. The fruit aromas were enhanced as the wine breathed.
The palate echoed the fruit from the nose but turned into a savory mouthfeel of beef tenderloin with black pepper. There was acidity and firm tannins. The finish lingered with the meatiness, cherry, and tannins. Mmm, savory.
This is certainly one of our favorite value reds! We love that it’s both fruity and a bit savory. It would be perfectly paired with pasta dressed in a basil tomato sauce.
