Il Valore Marchese De Petri Sangiovese 2007

It's fortunate that I've had a Sangiovese before. Otherwise, I'd be very, very unclear on where the name of this wine begins and ends. It's a little like Tikki Tikki Tembo after he falls into the well. The poor little bugger almost dies because it takes so long for people to say his full name. I hope the Il Valore Sangiovese never falls in a well. Because if it does, it's screwed.

So, anyway, now that I've begun this review on a completely pointless note, I'll get down to business.

Joy picked up this bottle the same day she bought the Amaicha Torrontes. That sets the bar pretty high for this wine, as we both immediately loved the Amaicha Torrontes. It may or may not be fair to compare the two, one being a white from South America and the other a red from the Puglia region of Italy, but like a father taking the remote control away from a weeping child so he can watch wrestling, all I can say is "life ain't fair, kid. Now get me another donut."

First off, I'd just like to say that this wine is very, very tart. It has a pungent, spicy aroma and a dry, sour taste to it that lingers well after you've set down the glass. I realize after some contemplation that the primary flavor (other than, you know, grapes) is quite cranberry-esque. It almost reminds me of Ocean Spray Cranberry-Juice Cocktail, although with alcohol. I imagine it'll pair quite well with Craisins. Or maybe, you know, meat.

Overall, this is a decent red that helps fight urinary tract infections. I'll give it 3 out of 5.

Traders Joes, $3.69