2024 Gentle Folk Sangiovese

 Pretty Smelling, Dustily Perfumed - Rare & Wonderful Adelaide Hills

Exceptional Italian Varietal - $40

The Gentle Folk Sangiovese 2024 is described as 'pretty smelling, dustily perfumed, a rare and wonderful Adelaide Hills Sangiovese!' This exceptional wine showcases the remarkable potential of Sangiovese in the Adelaide Hills, delivering the dusty perfume and elegant structure that makes this Italian varietal so compelling in cool Australian climates.

 The Pretty & Dusty Character

The poetic description 'pretty smelling, dustily perfumed' captures the unique aromatic profile that makes Sangiovese so distinctive. This isn't just marketing language - it's an accurate portrayal of the variety's characteristic dusty, earthy perfume that becomes even more compelling in the cool climate of Adelaide Hills.

 What Makes This Wine Rare & Wonderful:

• Pretty Smelling: Beautiful, appealing aromatic profile
• Dustily Perfumed: Classic Sangiovese character enhanced
• Rare & Wonderful: Exceptional Adelaide Hills Sangiovese
• Italian Varietal: Authentic Sangiovese character
• Cool Climate Expression: Adelaide Hills terroir advantage
• Gentle Folk Quality: From innovative Adelaide Hills producer

 The Dusty Perfume Experience:

This is Sangiovese that captures the variety's most compelling characteristics - the dusty, earthy perfume that makes it so food-friendly and distinctive. The cool Adelaide Hills climate preserves the variety's natural acidity while developing the complex aromatics that make this wine so pretty and perfumed.

 Perfect Italian Pairings:

• Classic Matches: Pasta with tomato sauce, pizza, charcuterie
• Serving Excellence: 15-17°C, ready to drink immediately
• Food Friendly: Natural acidity makes it incredibly versatile
• Italian Style: Perfect for Mediterranean cuisine

 The Rare Achievement:

Being described as 'rare and wonderful' speaks to how difficult it is to achieve great Sangiovese outside of Italy. Gentle Folk has succeeded where many have struggled, creating an Adelaide Hills Sangiovese that maintains the variety's essential character while expressing its new terroir beautifully.

 Adelaide Hills Advantage:

The cool climate of Adelaide Hills provides ideal conditions for Sangiovese, preserving the variety's natural acidity and allowing the development of the complex aromatics that define great examples of this Italian classic. The result is wine that's both authentically Sangiovese and distinctly Adelaide Hills.

 The Gentle Folk Philosophy:

Gentle Folk has built their reputation on exploring alternative varieties and creating wines that are both distinctive and delicious. This Sangiovese perfectly embodies their approach - respectful of tradition while embracing the possibilities of Australian terroir.

 Wonderful Investment:

At $40, this wine represents excellent value for premium Adelaide Hills Sangiovese from an innovative producer. As wine lovers increasingly seek alternatives to mainstream varieties, wines like this offer exciting new flavor profiles and exceptional quality.

Experience rare and wonderful Sangiovese - pretty smelling, dustily perfumed Adelaide Hills excellence.