Casa Contini Biferno Riserva Red Wine 2009: Superb, peppery-sweet nose; smoke, black fruits, red cherry, blueberry; smooth, balanced, wonderful complexity for the price; Southern Italian montepulciano (85%) and aglianico (15%) grapes combine for medium body with rustic edges, forest floor, reserved tannins, some acidity, lushness, too, excellent finish. Aged 18 months in large barrels made from Slovakian oak. Great value and delicious experience; this is by no means your everyday $15 red wine. $15
