Tuesday Blind Tastings

Ravensworth Sangiovese 2015

Canberra District, Australia

Price: $30

Rating: 92

Source: Rathdowne Cellars

Description: A light colour with berries, cherries and jubes on the nose. The palate was spicy, rich and long with a real acid kick. An enjoyable wine with a lovely mouthfeel but didn't have the intensity of previous vintages.

Tasting date: 19 July 2016

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