Michele Satta Bolgheri Rosso 2023

A super-fragrant and polished wine with aromas of plums, black cherries, fresh violets, Mediterranean herbs, licorice and smoke. Medium-bodied and supple, with refined tannins, crisp acidity and a chewy, structured finish. Well done. Easy and delicious to drink now.

The nose sparkles with gently energetic aromas of blackberry tea, pomegranate syrup, cola and soil, and the palate has a similar feel, as flavors of vanilla, black cherry and a chocolatey cola recall and old-fashioned ice cream float, but savory overtones of pepper and more soil provide a practiced balance.

Cherry, black currant, licorice and mineral flavors show plenty of energy in this linear red. A band of dense tannins lines the finish, tipping this toward the astringent side of the balance. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah. Best from 2027 through 2036. 7,500 cases made, 2,600 cases imported.