Yes — its pronounced apricot sweetness and 70-proof strength make it a reliable cocktail ingredient that holds its character when mixed with citrus

balanced by moderately tangy acidity that keeps the wine taut and focused

or build it into these classics:

a small appellation on the right bank of the Rhône River in southern France

Biondi Santi Brunello di Montalcino Annata 2009 pisco Yes — its pronounced apricotBiondi Santi Brunello di Montalcino Annata 2009 is a 750ml DOCG red wine from Tenuta Greppo, made entirely from the estate's proprietary BBS11 Sangiovese Grosso clone. Awarded a Gold medal at Mundus Vini and 93 points from Gilbert & Gaillard, the 2009 Annata stands among the most respected expressions from the family credited with inventing Brunello di Montalcino as a category. Quick Facts: Varietal: 100% Sangiovese Grosso (BBS11 Clone) Origin: