Monday Blues

I don't think there is a person out there that can honestly say they love Mondays, or whatever day ends up being the beginning of their work week. I say chase the blues away with red...wine that is! Nothing is quite as soothing as a deep, bold, rich, intoxicating wine after a day of bitchy coworkers and overfull inboxes. This evening I am enjoying Santa Cristina 2008 Sangiovese from Toscana. This is a blend of 90% sangiovese and 10% merlot. Sangiovese has a truly unique flavor that associate with raisins and currants. It is fruity but more reminiscent of dried fruit. The merlot helps smooth it out in the finish with the start being sharply acidic. Sipping this wine takes me to Italy, far far away from "the office". 

Ciao!