We have previously seen the Cirami Montepulciano on these pages, a wine from South Australia’s warm Riverland region that over-delivers and promises considerable potential for the future. Cirami’s flirtation with Italian varietals continues with Lagrein, a grape that originates from Italy’s alpine north. How does the variety fair in the Riverland? On the nose, it displays considerable promise, rather complex and true to type. The initial promise doesn’t quite carry through on the palate which is rather straightforward and marked by powdery tannin.
Although not as successful as the Montepulciano, there is a lot to like about the work being done under the Cirami label. It is definitely one to follow over the next few years.
2012 LAGREIN
Producer: Cirami
Variety: Lagrein
Vintage: 2012
Region: Riverland
ABV: 14%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $20.00
Date tasted: 21 November 2013
Tasting Note:
Deep crimson. Inviting nose of morello cherry, cola, coconut and charcoal. Medium bodied, initially tight on the palate but opens up with air to reveal sour cherry. Noticeable powdery tannin. Quite simple. Perhaps needs a couple of years?
Score: 15/20
Although not as successful as the Montepulciano, there is a lot to like about the work being done under the Cirami label. It is definitely one to follow over the next few years.
2012 LAGREIN
Producer: Cirami
Variety: Lagrein
Vintage: 2012
Region: Riverland
ABV: 14%
Closure: Screw cap
Retail Price: $20.00
Date tasted: 21 November 2013
Tasting Note:
Deep crimson. Inviting nose of morello cherry, cola, coconut and charcoal. Medium bodied, initially tight on the palate but opens up with air to reveal sour cherry. Noticeable powdery tannin. Quite simple. Perhaps needs a couple of years?
Score: 15/20
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