Ziobaffa
Toscana Red Blend
Tuscany, Italy
Made from organic grapes. Good blend. Medium bodied. Lots of fruit.
Made from organic grapes. Good blend. Medium bodied. Lots of fruit.
Aug 28th, 2017
The Ziobaffa Toscana is made from grapes organically grown in the Poggio al Casone vineyard, 80% Sangiovese and 20% Syrah. Visually this wine is a black hole - no light gets through at all. Aromas of black berries, plums and currants are soaked in a savory setting of cigars and spice. The palate is fresh and lively, with enough tannins for anything Bolognaise, for sure. You might even grill a steak for it. Dark fruit flavors are laced with a leathery licorice layer that does not disappoint.
I paired it with an amazing cheese by Italian cheesemaker Beppino Occelli, Occelli al Barolo. After nine months of aging, the wheel is coated with a Barolo grape must, then soaked for two months with another wine called Langa Marc. The Sangiovese fits nicely with the Nebbiolo influence of the cheese. It also plays very well with Occelli’s Testun al Foglie di Castagno, which is wrapped in chestnut leaves.
The Ziobaffa Toscana is made from grapes organically grown in the Poggio al Casone vineyard, 80% Sangiovese and 20% Syrah. Visually this wine is a black hole - no light gets through at all. Aromas of black berries, plums and currants are soaked in a savory setting of cigars and spice. The palate is fresh and lively, with enough tannins for anything Bolognaise, for sure. You might even grill a steak for it. Dark fruit flavors are laced with a leathery licorice layer that does not disappoint.
I paired it with an amazing cheese by Italian cheesemaker Beppino Occelli, Occelli al Barolo. After nine months of aging, the wheel is coated with a Barolo grape must, then soaked for two months with another wine called Langa Marc. The Sangiovese fits nicely with the Nebbiolo influence of the cheese. It also plays very well with Occelli’s Testun al Foglie di Castagno, which is wrapped in chestnut leaves.
A little taste of the old country right here in the republic of conch USA USA USA
A little taste of the old country right here in the republic of conch USA USA USA
1 person found it helpfulApr 17th, 2017Dry, light and definitely acidic
Dry, light and definitely acidic
1 person found it helpfulAug 5th, 2016
Light flavor, medium tannins. A little plum with subtle smoke at the finish. Very good bargain for the price. Tried it with some alfredo, but is simply stated and would pair well with any pasta (bolognese), chicken or veal
Light flavor, medium tannins. A little plum with subtle smoke at the finish. Very good bargain for the price. Tried it with some alfredo, but is simply stated and would pair well with any pasta (bolognese), chicken or veal
Jun 4th, 2023Very light, zero mouth feel, pam says it's tart
Very light, zero mouth feel, pam says it's tart
Apr 2nd, 2023
Excellent tartness strong fruit flavor
Excellent tartness strong fruit flavor
Oct 9th, 2022
Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Syrah. 100% Organic. Very savory and earthy. Aromas and flavors of red and black berry fruit and rustic spices. Very smooth (but noticeable) tannins. Long finish and bright acidity. Elegant and interesting.
Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Syrah. 100% Organic. Very savory and earthy. Aromas and flavors of red and black berry fruit and rustic spices. Very smooth (but noticeable) tannins. Long finish and bright acidity. Elegant and interesting.
Sep 24th, 2022
Medium body, nice acidity. Dry red fruits, herbal, tobacco, peppery.
Medium body, nice acidity. Dry red fruits, herbal, tobacco, peppery.
Jan 20th, 2022
Instantly got blackberry, menthol and white pepper on the nose. Finishes abruptly with ripe black cherry on the palate. Very slight grip with the tannins
Instantly got blackberry, menthol and white pepper on the nose. Finishes abruptly with ripe black cherry on the palate. Very slight grip with the tannins
Dec 19th, 2020