The 2008 Ser Gioveto comes across as rich and powerful. Mocha, chocolate, red cherries and flowers flow from this juicy red. The addition of 10% each Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon adds considerable intensity to the Sangiovese, but the Ser Gioveto doesn’t quite have the sheer energy of the best wines in this vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020.
This is a solid set of wines from Rocca delle Macie, an estate that has been inconsistent over the last few years. The arrival of consulting oenologist Lorenzo Landi is another positive sign that Rocca delle Macie is serious about improving quality. I am very curious to see where things go from here.
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