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This is a favourite wine. No, it\u2019s not a classy little black dress and shimmering costly pearls of the wine world but Sangiovese is a good solid wine. Santodeno Sangiovese Appassimento from Tesco is good value too.<\/p>\nThis is a favourite wine. No, it\u2019s not a classy little black dress and shimmering costly pearls of the wine world but Sangiovese is a good solid wine. Santodeno Sangiovese Appassimento from Tesco is good value too.<\/p>\n
Sangiovese is one of Italy\u2019s most widely grown grape varieties. It pairs well with pasta, rich meats and cheeses and it ages well, so perfect for tucking a few bottles away in your wine cellar or in my case in the hall cupboard under the stairs.<\/p>\n
Sangiovese is an ancient grape dating back to Roman times. The hand-picked grapes are left in boxes to partially desiccate to allow the sugars to concentrate. \u00a0The wine has a deep dark ruby hue with rich aromas of jammy fruits. However, this isn\u2019t an overly jammy wine and that is the secret to its food-pairing versatility. There is pleasing acid but soft tannins along with plenty of black berries and ripe plums.<\/p>\n
Santodeno Sangiovese Appassimento is the wine of choice for those who are looking for a consistently reliable wine to serve at dinner parties or convivial meals for two. Try this with hearty beef dishes, venison or pasta with a robust slow-cooked ragu sauce. It accompanies a meal over which to linger.<\/p>\n
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