The Italian invasion of Madrona continues with these two interesting Southern Italians. Come check them out all day Sunday.

2014 Menhir Negroamaro    ($9)
A big shouldered southern Italian red with full fruit and bitter undertones.
13% alcohol by volume

2011 Fondo Filara Syrah    ($10)
A Sicilian Syrah, this wine bears the characteristic scents of jam and spices, with a full-bodied, velvety smooth and lingering taste.
13% alcohol by volume

Madrona Wine Merchants offers free wine tastings featuring 4-5 selections on a theme every Saturday from 2 until the bottles run out and on Sunday we offer a mini-tasting of two wines all day from 11-5.