2005 Col d'Orcia Rosso di Montalcino

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A newbie in the line-up. Bright ruby, almost a Barbaresco in the glass, wonderful fruity nose, then bright red fruit on the palate. Graceful finish, taunting, leaving me wanting more. 13% alc/vol and about $18 at the discounter. With escargot and pizza.
Sauteed the snails in butter with garlic powder, onion powder, touch of S&P, then grilled over an oak fire; then drizzled some more garlic butter over 'em in their little ceramic trays and held 'em in the oven at 200F until she got home a couple of hours later; no harm done with the long wait. Figured she'd like a treat after slaving in the kitchen all weekend, preparing for the Thanksgiving feast.... and she did enjoy.