Giovinazzo, California (United States) 2017

May 26, 2021

By Rich Cook

 Here is an unusual California blend – equal parts Aglianico and Montepulciano – that is worth your time to discover.  Aromas of blackberry and raisin entice, and lead to a palate where racy acidity carries the blackberry through well-chosen oak spice and finds the balance point in the finish.  This is built for grilled meats with moderately spicy rubs.  Sounds like a summer date to me!              

Country / Region

United States

Appellation

California

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2017

Score

94

Price

US $ 38.00

Producer

Giovinazzo