From the distributor: "The Steiger-Kalena Passatella Rosso is a new arrival for us from Kermit Lynch Wine - this blend of organically farmed Montepulciano (50%), Aglianico (35%), and Tintilia (15%) is bottled in a 1 Liter and features a Stelvin closure. This blend comes from the Molise region (the second smallest Italian region behind Valle d'Aosta). Molise is tucked between Abruzzo and Puglia, the region's typical grape varieties (Montepulciano, Aglianico, and Tintilia) are planted on west-facing slopes of limestone, clay, and sand. With a climate influenced by both the Apennines and the sea, along with the moderating effect of the nearby Lake Guardialfiera, this picturesque area has all the makings of a great wine terroir.

The Passatella Rosso is a toothsome red wine showing deep, wild fruit of alluring levity. Give it some air or a quick decant and serve ever-so-slightly chilled to best appreciate the unique flavors and textures of this crunchy, soulful rosso from a previously unheralded corner of Italy. You might find Molise to be your new favorite wine region!"