The 2018 Maremma Toscana Ornello is a blend of Sangioveto (Sangiovese), Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah from the design winery of Rocca di Frassinello on the Tuscan Coast. This wine pays homage to the "butteri," or cowboys, that roam this remote and hilly terrain with their sturdy horses and leather hats. This wine shows a dark and meaty character, no doubt added by the Syrah, with some burnt ember and exotic spice. The bouquet is infused with dark fruit, dried plum and blackberry preserves. This is a full-bodied Tuscan red to pair with cowboy meals of steak and beans.

Well-marked by toasty oak notes, this red evokes tar, plum, blackberry and earth flavors. A bit burly, with assertive tannins lining the finish. Still has some time to give. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Best from 2021 through 2029. 5,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Maremma Toscana Select to Add