Tuscany, Italy
40% Sauv Blanc, 30% Char, 30% Pinot Grigio. Golden in color, grassy, fruity — melon and honeydew 🍈. A bit of oak.
40% Sauv Blanc, 30% Char, 30% Pinot Grigio. Golden in color, grassy, fruity — melon and honeydew 🍈. A bit of oak.
Oct 27th, 2017The 2014 Banfi Wines Centine Bianco is a white blend of 30% chardonnay, 30% pinot grigio, and 40% sauvignon blanc. It really shows off the trifecta of grapes with its freshness and aromatics, as well as its dual treatment in both stainless steel and French oak. It has a fuller body than I expected, perhaps due the partial oak treatment, the time spent on lees, and/or the percentage of each grape variety used. Tree and stone fruits dominate the nose and palate, with a touch of smokiness from the oak, and a hint of residual sugar (3.4g/l), which is balanced by moderate acidity. This is a lot of wine for only $11-$13/bottle. I paired this with shrimp. (sample)
The 2014 Banfi Wines Centine Bianco is a white blend of 30% chardonnay, 30% pinot grigio, and 40% sauvignon blanc. It really shows off the trifecta of grapes with its freshness and aromatics, as well as its dual treatment in both stainless steel and French oak. It has a fuller body than I expected, perhaps due the partial oak treatment, the time spent on lees, and/or the percentage of each grape variety used. Tree and stone fruits dominate the nose and palate, with a touch of smokiness from the oak, and a hint of residual sugar (3.4g/l), which is balanced by moderate acidity. This is a lot of wine for only $11-$13/bottle. I paired this with shrimp. (sample)
Nov 16th, 2015
Light and refreshing, great with fish.
Light and refreshing, great with fish.
Jul 22nd, 2016
