Sportoletti, Umbria, Villa Fidelia 2006 OWC The grapes are partially destemmed

The grapes are partially destemmed and fermented with punch-downs and pump-overs during the maceration

This has a distinctly sophisticated texture for Napa Cabernet

Medium length finish

crushed black currants and baking spices plus hints of iron ore and dusty earth

sweet with tobacco / licorice countermeasures

Sportoletti, Umbria, Villa Fidelia 2006 OWC The grapes are partially destemmedInto Neck This understated wine is immensely appealing now, but it will be even better in another year or two. Sportoletti's Villa Fidelia is one of the most compelling wines of Umbria. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, it spends 12 months in small French oak barrels. While it's hard to describe a wine retailing for over $50 as a good value, in today's market, the 2006 Villa Fidelia offers as good a relative value as readers