Casale del Giglio Az Agricola srl (Lazio)
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Satrico (Lazio bianco igt)

Grapes: A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon and Trebbiano Giallo in equal portions. Tasting notes: fruity, lightly aromatic yet mineral nose, confirmed in the palate by a pleasing crispness and lengthy finish. Suggested food pairing: with starters and simply prepared fish dishes. Alcohol content: 13%. (Ratings: Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788 : vin.’10 1 Glass Black)

Chardonnay Lazio igt

Grapes : Chardonnay 100%. Tasting notes : an intense straw-yellow, this elegant wine reveals acacia flowers, peach and banana on the nose. Silky-smooth and full-bodied yet crisp on the palate, the finish is long and seductive. Suggested food pairing: with grilled fish dishes or white meat casseroles. Alcohol content: 13%. (Ratings :Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788 : vin.’10 2 Glasses Black)

Sauvignon Lazio igt

Grapes : Sauvignon Blanc 100%. Tasting notes : a brilliant straw-yellow, this crisp, grassy Sauvignon displays a whiff of aromatic herbs and Mediterranean sea breezes on the nose. Tangy citrus fruit and flinty mineral notes on the palate contribute to the delightful complexity of this wine. Suggested food pairing: with a seafood risotto or a wild herb omelette. Alcohol content: 13%. (Ratings: Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788: vin.’10 2 Glasses Black)

Antinoo (Lazio bianco igt)

Grapes : two thirds Chardonnay and one third Viogner. Tasting notes : this golden-yellow wine presents a complex nose of broom, honeysuckle and chamomile, underpinned by shades of hazelnut and vanilla. Elegant and tangy on the palate, toasty notes return in a long finish. Suggested food pairing : with pasta. Alcohol content : 13,5%. (Ratings : International Wine & Spirit Competion vin.’10 Silver Medal  / Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788 : vin.’09 3 Glasses Black)

Merlot Lazio igt 

Grapes : Merlot 100%. Tasting notes: a deep ruby red wine with aromas of small redberried fruits and cherry. Characteristic herbal notes return on a smooth, well rounded palate. Suggested food pairing: with pasta dish tomato sauce and meat or pork. Alcohol content: 13%. (Ratings: Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788: vin.’09 1 Glass Black)

Shiraz Lazio igt 

Grapes : Shiraz 100%. Tasting notes : a deep ruby red wine with violet nuances. The promise of blackcurrant, blueberry and wild cherry, black pepper, cinnamon and cardamom on the nose is amply fulfilled on the palate. Warm and luscious but supported by fine tannins, all the fruit and spice return in the lengthy finish. Suggested food pairing: grilled tuna fish steak. Alcohol content: 13%. (Ratings: Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788 : vin.’09 1 Glass Black)

Petit Verdot Lazio igt 

Grapes : Petit Verdot 100%. Tasting notes : this deep crimson wine displays an intense, lingering aroma of red berry fruit, cherry, myrte and juniper. Elegant and full-bodied, with rich velvety tannins, the wine present a spicy, white peppery finish. Suggested food pairing : oven roasted lab cutlets. Alcohol content : 13%. (Ratings :Decanter may 2012 vin.’10 Bronze Medal / Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788: vin.’09 2 Glasses Black)

Mater Matuta rosso igt 

Grapes : Syrah 85%, Petit Verdot 15%. Tasting notes : a deep, dense, ruby-red wine which displays outstanding personality both on the nose and on the palate with its aroma of coffee beans, violets, ripe black cherry, coriander, nutmeg and cinnamon. Silky and seductive, but perfectly supported by fine tannins and a pleasing astringency, delivers a long lush finish. Alcohol content : 13,5%. (Ratings : Decanter may 2012 vin.’08 Silver Medal / Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788: vin.’08 2 Glasses Red)

Aphrodisium late harvest 

Grapes : Petit Manseng, Viognier, Greco, Fiano. Tasting notes : a brilliant golden yellow “dessert” wine. Fresh, floral notes of peach and orange blossom on the nose are followed by ripe juicy peach, citrus fruit, and honey. Luscious and seductive on the palate, a refreshing mineral crispness balances the sweethness of this delicious nectar. A return of citrus fruit on the long finish. Suggested food pairing: desserts. (Ratings: Decanter may 2012 vin. ’11 Gold Medal / International Wine & Spirit Competition 2012 vin. ’11 Bronze Medal / Gambero Rosso 2012 pg 788: vin.’10 2 Glasses Black)