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Centine Toscana Sangiovese Blend

8.8769 ratings
8.723 pro ratings
Tuscany, Italy
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Manchego & Parmesan, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Turkey
Top Notes For
Shengli Hu

Tea, cherry, pomegranate, dried strawberries. High in both tannin and acidity.

Tea, cherry, pomegranate, dried strawberries. High in both tannin and acidity.

Oct 27th, 2017
Michael Chelus

Blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, oak and vanilla. Unpretentious and honest. Perfect with pasta.

Blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, oak and vanilla. Unpretentious and honest. Perfect with pasta.

3 people found it helpfulSep 23rd, 2014
Sarah H

Fuck me running. I can't even.

Fuck me running. I can't even.

2 people found it helpfulSep 19th, 2017
Elizabeth Smith

At a price point of $10-$12, you can't go wrong with this sipper which brings together the tangy, spicy, red berry flavors of Sangiovese, the black fruits and tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon, and the softer roundness of Merlot. Drink this with spicy, meat dishes, including pasta and pizza with pepperoni, sausage, and salumi. (sample)

At a price point of $10-$12, you can't go wrong with this sipper which brings together the tangy, spicy, red berry flavors of Sangiovese, the black fruits and tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon, and the softer roundness of Merlot. Drink this with spicy, meat dishes, including pasta and pizza with pepperoni, sausage, and salumi. (sample)

2 people found it helpfulDec 15th, 2015
John Nader

Came across this in a good wine store. Let it breath. Enjoy with friends. I had guests mention how much they enjoyed it

Came across this in a good wine store. Let it breath. Enjoy with friends. I had guests mention how much they enjoyed it

1 person found it helpfulDec 31st, 2019
David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.0

Happy 60th James!

None of my normal formal notes other than to say the evolution in 5L was better than expected. It was nicely, softened, round with good complexity & elegance.

Sweet & sour cherries, blueberries, stewed plums, saddlewood, soft tarry notes, bright dark, red with hints of blue florals. Exceeded my expectations.

Paired well with my heavy meat red sauce. Guests seem to enjoy both as they are both gone!

Photos of, the party in our friends amazing backyard and Hedy’s tasty appetizers.

Happy 60th James!

None of my normal formal notes other than to say the evolution in 5L was better than expected. It was nicely, softened, round with good complexity & elegance.

Sweet & sour cherries, blueberries, stewed plums, saddlewood, soft tarry notes, bright dark, red with hints of blue florals. Exceeded my expectations.

Paired well with my heavy meat red sauce. Guests seem to enjoy both as they are both gone!

Photos of, the party in our friends amazing backyard and Hedy’s tasty appetizers.

1 person found it helpfulJul 28th, 2019
Riccardo L.

Tasty Sangiovese blend. Nice to see such a prestigious producer with an affordable everyday red that preserves their integrity.

Tasty Sangiovese blend. Nice to see such a prestigious producer with an affordable everyday red that preserves their integrity.

1 person found it helpfulMay 30th, 2015
Matt Young

Had this at Carrabas, we've had it there before too. It's a nice, cheap wine. would buy again at Carrabas

Had this at Carrabas, we've had it there before too. It's a nice, cheap wine. would buy again at Carrabas

1 person found it helpfulMay 8th, 2015
Frank May

10 bucks for nice Sangiovese

10 bucks for nice Sangiovese

May 18th, 2016
Ron Brumley

Fantastic winery, fantastic owners, fantastic wine.

Fantastic winery, fantastic owners, fantastic wine.

Mar 22nd, 2016