The Honest Pour with John Lenart

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Nicola Biscardo, Marchesi Biscardo and Conexport Italy

2014 Marchesi Biscardo Corvina

Bright delicate ruby color. Loads of fresh violets and dried berries on the nose. A lush texture combined with flavors of cherry, fig a touch of spice and bright acidity.

SPR $ 16

2013 Marchesi Biscardo Valpiocella Ripasso

Brilliant ruby color. Super floral nose with red fruit and a hint of menthol. Elegant texture with silky tannins give way to big red fresh fruit flavor with a bit of pencil lead notes. Long finish

SRP $27

2010 Marchesi Biscardo Amarone Della Valpiocella

Delicate dusty rose color. Spicy, earthy and floral nose with cherry and plum notes. Velvety texture leads to flavors of cherry, leather, dark chocolate and perfectly integrated acid and tannin. A knock out wine.

SRP $65