The 2016 Cesanese del Piglio Colle Ticchio is a soft and luscious red wine that spreads evenly over the palate with rich blackberry and dark plum. Cesanese del Piglio is a fruit-forward grape from the Lazio region in Central Italy that is very popular locally but enjoys little recognition in foreign markets. The grape is known for dense and upfront appeal and accessible tannins. The wine should be consumed within the next two years.

Dried fig and baked cherry fruit is layered with fresh acidity and hints of smoke, graphite and dried thyme in this aromatic, light- to medium-bodied red. Drink now. 6,666 cases made, 175 cases imported.??–AN??Region: Italy / Lazio / Cesanese del Piglio Select to Add