Given the eye watering price that Tuscan's seem to start at. I think this represents a 'lower end' wine but still ~ £15 (Martinez Wines).
Made near Montalcino, about 20km south of Sienna. 70% Sangiovese and 30% Merlot.
It is very dry. The tannins feel rustic. There is some forest floor, clay, cedar (the Merlot?). The fruit is restrained, slightly sour-cherry edge which I guess comes from the sangiovese? It went very well with braised brisket.
My experience of Italian reds remains negligible but I'd say it conforms to the rest of the examples within that (very limited) sample: dry, satisfying, slightly tart and expensive! These wines must be a nightmare to mass-market.
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