($14, Palm Bay International): When I’m looking for simple enjoyable wine for an uncomplicated informal meal, or we’re having a crowd over for burgers, I often turn to my favorite producers and what they call their “entry” level wine.  In Tuscany, they’re usually a blend of Sangiovese, the region’s mainstay grape, with something else, in this case Ciliegiolo.  Col d’Orcia’s Spezieri fits the bill perfectly.  Clean and bright with vibrant cherry-like flavors, it has the signature Tuscan acidity that keeps you coming back for more.  They call it “entry level” wine — I call it “pizza wine.”  But remember, it’s not just for pizza.
87 Michael Apstein Jun 9, 2015