{Freeda}
{Freeda}
GRAPES: Carmenere and Corvina
VINTAGE: 2017
REGION: Delle Venezie (Veneto) Italy
ALCOHOL PERCENTAGE: 12.5%
PRICE: $9.99
OVER IT. The weather situation in Nashville has me longing for sunshine and warmer weather. I am doing anything and everything to manifest spring short of wearing a swimsuit and making my own sandy beach. When the temps fall below freezing and I’m donning my winter best, red wine is usually the only thing that I want to be poured in my glass. Channeling my own spring awakening, I purchased a bottle of {Freeda} at Trader Joe’s this week. Not only did I fall in love with the label design, but I also noticed it was from a wine producer in Italy whose wines I’ve enjoyed previously.
I cranked up the heat in my house, poured myself a hearty glass. What can I say? It was love at first swirl and I knew I would be in for a treat. Below are some of the notes I captured while I was enjoying this bottle.
TASTING NOTES:
Pale Pink/Salmon Hue
Notes of peach, strawberry, grapefruit
Subtle floral notes
Very drinkable
Light/Fresh acidity
Crisp Finish
Verdict:
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner. I really enjoyed this wine as it’s one of those you can sip on while you are making dinner or serve to your friends on the patio while entertaining. This is at the top of my list for 2020 spring wines. If you come across this bottle at Trader Joe’s, snag a couple of bottles; one to enjoy when the sun is shining and one to help you thaw-out and survive the remains of the polar vortex.
Until Next Time!