Monticelli, Rosso Piceno, Le Marche, Italy 2019

A blend of 70% Montepulciano and 30% Sangiovese, this organic Rosse Piceno from Marche features cedar-scented red berries and red cherries on the nose with a touch of oaky smoke. Good concentration of spiced red fruits with vanilla seasoning on the palate, leading to sweet prune on the finish. A quaffable companion to red meat dishes.