($40):  With an unusual blend, this “second” wine from Caiarossa is an outstanding value.  The team uses five of the seven red varieties planted on the estate, Syrah (28%), Cabernet Franc (22%), Merlot (21%), Cabernet Sauvignon (15%), and Alicante, for this robust, yet balanced wine.  There’s a Margaux-like suaveness and Tuscan acidity that keeps it fresh and lively.  So, despite its power, it doesn’t tire on the palate.  Though there’s spice and minerality, it’s a fruitier wine than the estate’s standard bearer.  It’s a treat to drink now.
92 Michael Apstein Dec 19, 2017