Castello di Amorosa, Napa Valley (California) 2012

Thanks to this wine, 2012 might just come to be remembered as the vintage in which Castello di Amorosa came of age.  This iron fist in a velvet glove wine deserves a place in your trophy cellar right alongside your powerhouse Toscano IGT bottles.  Aromas of deep plum, cherry cedar spice wildflowers lead to a supple palate that delivers on the promise, with good grip throughout the lingering finish.  No problem aging this beauty for a long while, but it’s a delight at present as well. Go for something a little gamey as a pairing for full enjoyment.  Contains 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Sangiovese and 9% Merlot.