2021 Chalmers Montevecchio Rosso, Victoria, Australia

The 2021 Montevecchio Rosso is a field blend made up of Piedirosso 32%, Pavana 20%, Lagrein 14%, Sagrantino 12%, Lambrusco Maestri 7%, Sangiovese 6%, Teroldego 4%, Schioppettino 3% and Aglianico 2%. Most of these varieties were imported by Chalmers over the last 25 years and highlights the diversity and success of Italian Varieties here in Australia.  Lovely freshness and poise. The wine has lifted fragrant cherry and forest fruits, a pulpy fleshy feel to the mouth, juicy, fresh with just enough savory interest.