Ridgepoint Wines
Ridgepoint Merlot/Cabernet/Aglianico 2010
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Can't say that I've even had this particular blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% dried-grape Aglianico. The goal here, says Scarsellone, is to 'experiment' a bit. 'How can I make a consistent product? Appassimento will help in the cooler vintages and will bring in new flavours and aromas.' Scarsellone wants to continue down the path of dried-grape winemaking and plans to introduce more Italian varietals such as Corvina to 'kick it up a notch.' This is a fun wine with a nose of ripe kirsch, red plums, currants and toasted vanilla and spice. It's soft and lush on the palate with currants, red fruits, earth and spices all leading to a long, lush finish. Score - 90. (Rick VanSickle, winesinniagara.com, Feb. 16, 2013)