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2006 Conti Brandolini d'Adda Friuli Grave Merlot Vistorta
Merlot
- Italy
- Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- Friuli Grave
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Community Tasting Notes 8
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lifeattable Likes this wine: 88 points
March 29, 2013 - Definitely not the Merlot you're used to. If you can get over the fact that it plays more like Burgundy or Loire, it's actually quite nice and very food friendly, and will drink well for another 5 years. Read my full writeup (including a vertical tasting) here: pavineco.com/conte-brandolini-vistorta-merlot/
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Ben Christiansen wrote:
September 21, 2011 - Gutsy cool climate Merlot. A bit tough. Ok at $25 but couldn't we have just a touch more fruity lovin'?
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Philly NQ King wrote: 86 points
August 31, 2011 - I thought I got this for a steal. Now, not so much...
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pot20 wrote: 86 points
August 24, 2011 - Fruit rouge un peu discret à l'ouverture. Bu sur plus de 3 heures il s'est ouvert légèrement. Bonne acidité, équilibre correct mais un peu mince.
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Krautrocker wrote: 85 points
July 7, 2011 - Pleasant round cherry with nice balance and slight herb, spice notes in the finish. simple but likable.
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Wine Definition
- Vintage 2006
- Type Red
- Producer Conti Brandolini d'Adda
- Varietal Merlot
- Designation Vistorta
- Vineyard n/a
- Country Italy
- Region Friuli-Venezia Giulia
- SubRegion n/a
- Appellation Friuli Grave
- UPC Code 8032644040106
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 0 (0%)
- In Cellars 12 (19%)
- Consumed 51 (81%)
Food Pairing
No food pairings available.
Who Likes This Wine
100% Like It 3 votes
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- CountryItaly
- RegionFriuli-Venezia Giulia
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