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Del Dotto Vineyards

1999 Giovanni's Tuscan Reserve
Varietal/Style: Red blend
Origin: Napa Valley
Vintage: 1999
Winemaker: Nils Venge
Rating: 14.5/20
Retail Price: $55

Tasting Notes: We love small production wines and special custom cuvées. With 1,500 cases of the Giovanni, you get a somewhat available but special wine. Its price is not the best deal on the market, but if you are seeking a Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend from Napa, it’s not a bad choice. The wine has good balance and will age for years to come. On approach, a mix of rich red fruit flavors tickle your nose. The robust and dark juice is pleasant in the mouth and delivers additional complexity and flavors: more fruits and spice. It is a tasty match to lightly barbecued meats, great for your summer parties. (Date tasted: 07/01/05)

Profile: Flamboyant owner David Del Dotto calls his craft “liquid art,” and this philosophy certainly shines through in both his wines and winery. With the help of consulting winemaker Nils Venge, the Del Dotto family only produces wines using relatively primitive techniques and organically grown, barrel-fermented grapes. Although several of their vineyards are located in nearby St. Helena and Howell Mountain, the main winery and cellar caves are in the heart of Napa Valley off of Highway 29. Visitors can explore their wine gallery and caves, or make an appointment to try their many wines in the tasting room—they are known for a killer Cabernet Franc. A special cave tour and barrel tasting are also available.


Address:
1291 W. Zinfandel Ln.
Saint Helena, California 94574
Office Phone:
707-963-2134
Cellars (tours and tasting):
707-256-3332
Wine Gallery:
707-256-3312
Website: www.deldottovineyards.com
Email: mail@deldottovineyards.com


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