The 2020 Giornata Sangiovese is a revelation — the best domestically grown Sangiovese I have had the pleasure of tasting. It unleashes a mesmerizing array of aromas of black cherries, plums, violets, leather, white pepper, and underbrush that all carry over to the delicious palate. The texture is rich with substantial yet polished tannins and terrific freshness, keeping it lively. The simple fact is that this California Sangiovese costs $40 but tastes way more expensive — like the real thing without the Brunello prices. This should have very rewarding cellar potential.
Giornata Wines, Paso Robles (Central Coast, California) Sangiovese 2020
By Miranda Franco