Dalla Valle, Collina other_regions_italy aromas are driven by red

aromas are driven by red and citrus fruits with a subtle woodsy quality in the background

and 6% Merlot really tastes and feels great

This seems so different from the fresher wines in this Lea & Sandeman tasting

all supported by firm and even borderline rustic tannins that contrast considerably with the sleek mid-palate texture

Soft notes of mineral reduction interweave with notes of spiced pear

Dalla Valle, Collina other_regions_italy aromas are driven by redStarting with the 2015 Collina, which is an even split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this medium to full bodied effort has terrific purity and freshness (especially for a 2015) as well as pretty notes of currants, strawberries, flowers, and hints of graphite. Its medium to full bodied, pure, and silky on the palate, and should keep for over a decade.