What kind of wine goes with Chianti?
Chianti is a medium-bodied, highly acidic, tartly-juicy ruby red wine with flavors of cherry and earth, produced primarily with Sangiovese grapes in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy. Chianti features a high level of tannin, which contributes to its dry flavor. It has a floral scent and is deeply savory.
What is the most popular Chianti wine?
10 Top-Scoring Chianti Classicos for $35 and Less
- Castello di Ama 2017 Chianti Classico, $35, 95 points.
- Volpaia 2016 Riserva (Chianti Classico); $35, 95 points.
- Felsina 2017 Berardenga (Chianti Classico); $28, 93 points.
- Istine 2017 Chianti Classico; $25, 93 points.
Is Cupcake wine any good?
The finish was long and very enjoyable. As advertised, hints of coconut were present in the lingering finish. Additionally, there was no sting of alcohol on the breathe out which was another pleasant suprise from this wine. Overall, I really enjoyed Cupcake Red Velvet.
Are Cupcake wines sweet?
The 2012 Cupcake Vineyards Red Velvet begins with rich aromas of blueberry, raspberry, vanilla, caramel and chocolate. Tasting shows similar flavors to the nose ensconced in very smooth and creamy mouthfeel. With 12g/L of residual sugar this is definitely a sweet wine.
Who is the winemaker of Cupcake wine?
According to the Cupcake Vineyards website, the company’s winemaker, Jessica Tomei, works alongside vineyard growers to ensure that the resulting product is made from the best ingredients possible. “It brings me such joy to create wines that so many people enjoy around the world,” Tomei said on the website.
What kind of wine to drink with cupcakes?
Take the California Black Forest Red, for example. It has some flavor of coffee, but the more dominant notes are from blackberries, cherries, and pomegranates. Even though it is far from a white which is typically sweeter, this one can be easily paired with chocolate or feel just as natural when paired with red meat.
Where does Cupcake Vineyards get their grapes from?
Our winemaker, Jessica Tomei, explores vineyards all over the world – including in our backyard, California’s Central Coast – to source some of the best grapes possible for Cupcake wines.
Where can I buy a cupcake wine bottle?
You can find bottles of Cupcake Wine for as little as $6.99 and you can buy it on Amazon Fresh or in-store at Walmart or even regional supermarkets. To know the Cupcake Wines brand is to understand that there are seemingly endless options.