Tasting notes
Alcohol, Acidity, Woody, Body · Sweet
Food pairings
These dishes match this appellation's flavour profile.
- Top pickChicken Marsala with creamy mushrooms
Bittersweet sauce and toasted mushroom notes balance the alcohol and body, while medium acidity cleanses the palate between savory, creamy bites.
- Honey and rosemary glazed pork tenderloin with mashed potatoes
A sweet-savory glaze and herbal aromaticity enhance the body and alcohol; the side dish's moderate acidity refreshes and harmonizes the meat's tenderness.
- Seared tuna with citrus-herb salsa
Firm, lean fish with zesty citrus and fresh herbs lifts the wine’s moderate fruit and acidity, creating a bright contrast while the wine’s body supports the texture.
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- Slow-roasted pork shoulder with apple compote
Rich, gelatinous pork and gently sweet apple compote balance the wine’s medium body and wood notes; savory fat contrasts the wine’s mild acidity for harmonious mouthfeel.
- Goat Cheese Tartlet with Pear Compote and Walnut Crumble
Creamy goat cheese and light pear compote balance richness with fruity sweetness; the nut crust enhances the woody and full-bodied notes of the beverage.
- Roasted sea bass fillet, lemon butter and crunchy salad
Delicate flesh and a lemony sauce highlight the wine's acidity and fruity freshness, while the fish's texture matches its medium body.
Storage potential between 12 and 15 years
Currently drink vintages 2011 to 2014
Serve between 12°C and 14°C