Producer notes: "Ferrari-Carano's Italian heritage is reflected in this Sangiovese-based, easy-sipping blend. Select lots of grapes are chosen from our vineyards in Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys to create a beautifully-balanced and medium-bodied wine. SIENA has delicious aromas and flavors of fresh-picked blackberries, raspberry jam, cola, cinnamon and clove. Sweet oak notes of vanilla and butterscotch complement lingering tart cherry, cranberry and strawberry. A wine with nice acidity and refined, elegant texture, SIENA has tannins that are showy and evenly coat the palate. 74% Sangiovese, 14% Malbec, 8% Syrah, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon."

The Tasting Panel: "Ripe! Sweet dark chocolate, blueberry, anise and peppermint create a full palate and the flavors persist to its long finish. Earthiness and a garden of violets also set the stage for this lengthy red. (Mar 2013)"