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(...) Il Sole di Dario Vdt 2007 | Azienda Agricola Cantrina di Cristina Inganni, Bedizzole (Brescia) | www.cantrina.it/en/ A highly original blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon and Riesling (Dario Dattoli, the founder of Cantrina, to whom the wine was dedicated, wanted it that way) obtained from selected grapes, placed in boxes and left to dry for about three months. Low in alcohol (11°), it has a substantial residual sugar content (190 grams/litre) contrasted by considerable acidity. Thanks to these characteristics and the consistent aromatic content of the starting grapes, the wine plays on perfect balance, in the aromas as well as in the taste. The colour is golden yellow with amber hints. The prevailing aromas of white fruit (apricot, pear, apple) are supported by fresh menthol and herbal notes (sage). On the palate, the sweetness is solidly supported by the acid thrust; after a very long aromatic lingering, it leaves the mouth in surplace and freshness. The best of the wines tasted. (...) Continue reading.