My first visit to D’Angelo’s was a disaster – they had three wines on the shelf, a huge fruit fly infestation and one of the most unprofessional wine store employees I have ever encountered. I was later informed, by another winery, that Mr. D’Angelo himself was acting like an absentee landlord tending and caring for his vineyards in B.C. shunning his responsibilities in Ontario. Well word must have gotten back to him with regards to his first, and flagship, winery in South Western Ontario because a year later, I am happy to report that things have changed for the better. More wines, much less flies and a much more professional and hospitable wine jockey behind the bar. Of the wines I tried, this was my favourite during this particular visit. Lots of aromas and flavours to keep both the nose and palate guessing and enjoying right through to the last drop. The nose is loaded with black fruit, raspberry, cherry, mocha and anise. On the palate, it’s a smooth low tannin wine, yet another beauty from the ’02 Vintage. Hints of raspberry and black cherry intermingle with subtle oak, vanilla and licorice. Great wine for those pasta nights, especially lasagna.