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That forest-floor aroma hits you as soon as you pour it, and the texture really is like velvet—smooth and rich without any oakiness getting in the way. A perfect winter evening wine.

That forest-floor smell hits you the second the glass hits the table—earthy, almost like wet leaves—and then the velvet texture just wraps around your palate. No oak to fight it, just pure Sangiovese, and I found myself slowing down with each sip to keep that autumnal warmth going.

The texture is exactly as described—pure velvet on the palate, with no oak interference. I opened it for a quiet dinner and the finish was remarkably long and satisfying.