Azienda Agricola Giovanni Faraone, Giulianova Abruzzo

One of the oldest and most traditional producers in the zona as well as a big local favorite, Giovanni is overshadowed only by Valentini in the ranks of truly interesting Trebbiano producers, makes two rich and meaty yet truly elegant reds and THEN makes a late harvest vino di meditazione version of Montepulciano of which he often jokes, "Vin Santo is for the local priest, THIS is for the Cardinal!". Enjoy...

Faraone Costa del Monte Vino Liquoroso Rosso della Cattedrale, Abruzzo  $35.00

100% Montepulciano made in the style of Recioto: Nearly black in the glass and intensely spicy on the nose, this one can be served in place of port at the end of a meal or just savored in a big arm chair with a good book and Miles Davis playing In a Silent Way in the background...