🏰【A powerful and elegant 1995 Maurizio Zanella Rosso del Sebino from Ca' del Bosco, this "Super-Franciacorta" Bordeaux blend offers an intense garnet red hue with complex notes of blackberry, plum, vanilla, cocoa, and a velvety texture, showcasing its remarkable aging potential.】 The "Maurizio Zanella" is the flagship red wine of Ca' del Bosco, bearing the founder's signature and celebrating his passion. It's considered a "Super-Franciacorta" Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc), demonstrating the estate's commitment to quality beyond its renowned sparkling wines. The grapes are sourced from mature vineyards in Erbusco, Cazzago San Martino, and Passirano, with vines averaging 29-33 years old. The wine is meticulously vinified and refined in small oak barrels, ensuring its ability to mature gracefully for many years. It displays an intense garnet red color with fruity scents of blackberry and plum, evolving into spicy tones of vanilla and cocoa. The palate is full, powerful, and boasts excellent persistence. Expect ripe strawberries with orange-peel and berry character, a medium to full body, firm yet chewy tannins, and a flavorful finish. It can also show notes of dried fruits like raisins, turning to plums and prunes, with hints of chocolate. The bouquet is often described as austere, with undergrowth, bark, Indian ink, and a charred chocolate touch, supported by a silky yet vibrant tannin framework, fresh, elegant, harmonious, and mature, with saline notes and a cocoa finish. 🍴 This powerful and elegant Italian red is an excellent match for structured meat main courses, especially lamb, and various mushroom dishes. 🥂 An ideal choice for a formal dinner, a special celebration, or a gathering of wine connoisseurs who appreciate aged Bordeaux blends. This 1995 vintage is mature and can be enjoyed now. Decanting for 1-2 hours is recommended to allow the wine to fully express its complex aromas and soften any remaining tannins. Serve at 15-17°C (59-63°F) in a fairly large glass. Be mindful of the cork and capsule.