Pasta. Sesso. Vino.
Forget the ordinary; this is an invitation to pure romance. From the sun-drenched valleys where the best stories begin, the volcanic soil of Amador and the secretive heart of San Benito, we present Tre Cose Belle. Ah, the three beautiful things, the rich, passionate red color; the intense, bellissimo taste of this dry red; and the bottle itself. She is the classic fiasco, wrapped in golden straw, a vision straight out of a '60s Italian movie. She holds a promise: a night that is sophisticated, utterly unforgettable, and completely yours. Open this bottle, and let the romance begin. Ciao bella!
This wine is born from a daring, passionate incontro a blend of Montepulciano, Barbera, Freisa, and Négrette, capturing the wild heart of the Sierra foothills. From the hallowed grounds of the Siletto Vineyard and the legendary Shake Ridge Ranch, we taste the truth of two extraordinary lovers. Shake Ridge's volcanic soul delivers the wine's depth and drama, while Siletto's weathered touch brings coastal freshness and delicate lift. Together, they create something both rugged and refined a taste alive with dark fruit, spice, and the utterly untamed beauty of California.
A patient devotion is at the heart of this wine’s creation. We begin by treating the fruit with both respect and passion: using some whole clusters for a vital, fresh spark, a whisper of carbonic life, and that intimate, traditional foot-stomping used only on a portion of the fruit. The rest is gently de-stemmed for a slow, deep embrace, ensuring every drop captures the full character of the vine. After this tender ballet, the wine is laid to rest for fourteen long months in quiet, neutral French oak. This patient aging allows the blend to develop its intensity, soften its tannins, and emerge with the elegant, refined style of a truly classic Italian beauty.
On the nose, you'll find the deep, dark drama of black cherry and ripe plum, mingled with the bright, wild freshness of the foothills. The first sip reveals a full-bodied wine with a rich, velvety texture that caresses the palate. It is a harmonious balance of savory dark fruit, spice, and an earthy minerality that adds a beautiful, complex depth. The firm yet perfectly integrated tannins lead to a long, lingering, and graceful finish. This wine is exceptionally food-friendly and pairs effortlessly with the finest things in life, demanding rich, savory partners like hearty tomato pasta, spicy cured salami, or a perfect roast of lamb.
The night must eventually end, but the memory of our Tre Cose Belle will linger long after the music stops. With the final glass, you hold not just a wine, but the essence of a perfect evening, the romance of Amador and San Benito, the passion of the fruit, and the irresistible silhouette of the fiasco bottle. It is a taste of the beautiful life, a promise fulfilled, and an invitation to return. Until we meet again, arrivederci!
