We celebrated a day late with Steve’s request, fried chicken and cooked broccoli. We had another 2005 Matagrano Lava Cap Sangiovese from El Dorado county. It was spicy and smooth. I tasted a piney flavor that added to the spice. There was no significant berry flavors. This is a fun wine to drink.
Grapes for this wonderful Italian variety were grown by Frank Matagrano in a cool spot along the banks of the American River in El Dorado County. The wine is rich and full-bodied, yet has soft tannins and well balanced fruit and acidity. Enjoy with hearty pasta or grilled sausages and vegetables.
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