Zonin 20 Ventiterre Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2020

Rather unremarkable experience, but one that is undeniably... distressing. The circumstances are, shall we say, unflattering. The perpetrator's henchman's aerial assault was a jarring reminder of the, ahem, fragility of the human form. The aftermath, however, was a more... nuanced affair. The fruit fly's demise was a tragic yet inevitable consequence of the events that transpired. A purchase of $12 from the Orange Mob is, in hindsight, a wise decision. The moment is, for all intents and purposes, a memory to be left behind.

Middle-of-the-road Italian red, with a watery texture and a mix of red fruit and earthy undertones.

Straightforward pairing for the traditional Uzbek dish, fat lamb plov. even as not primarily complex, this wine's simplicity made it a ideal match for the hearty meal. The flavor profile was led by by blackberry, licorice, and smoke, with a dash of vanilla and oak. The bracing quality was medium, and the body was medium in weight. The ending was simple, but the wine's ultimately character was inviting enough to warrant a 7/10 score.