March 2010 Marchesi de Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2007 This “Super Tuscan” uses only ten percent Sangiovese in the blend, which is enough to give the wine a dark cherry flavor. The dominant varietal is Cabernet Sauvignon at fifty percent which gives the wine its power and structure. Merlot and Cabernet Franc are also present. More important than its parts is the way all of these varietals are seamlessly blended. In the Tenuta Di Castiglioni you have a beautiful balance between power and elegance. The refined cherry and raspberry flavors ride on firm, silky textured tannins through a long dry finish. Hints of vanilla and bittersweet chocolate add complexity. This is a very versatile, food friendly wine. Try pairing this wine with a strip steak and mushroom risotto.

Bill Martin

Fine Wine Manager, Luke's Super Liquor Stores of Hyannis, MA

After graduating from the University of Maine, Bill took a summer job at a package store on Martha's Vineyard. His enthusiasm for wine began with red and white Burgundies, and soon grew to include Rhones and Bordeaux's, the Riojas of Spain, and California Zinfandels. Like many of us he fell in love with the world of wine. Bill remained on Martha's Vineyard for the next decade, tasting, reading and writing about wines. He turned the old-fashioned package store into a thoughtfully selected boutique wine shop. In 2005, Bill decided to move to the Cape, bringing his love of wine and expertise to Luke's.