Fading from the pleasure of earlier bottles, this still is a most pleasant quaff. I think it's a great US answer to Chianti. Softer, richer,lacking the distinct edge of pure Sangiovese. Also a good bargain.
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Okay, I was a bit hard on the wine last time. Still not great, but it has come together and is on it's downward slide. Slightly musky nose with little fruit. Mouthfeel has improved, but lacks in fruit and has a slightly minty, metallic finish. Rim of the wine is amber with a white edge. Definitely doesn't live up to WS's rating.
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12/25/2016 - JEP007 Likes this wine: 89 Points
Pop and pour, fresh and still alive. Faded quickly after being decanter for an hour. Drink up.
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11/11/2006 - grapist wrote: 89 Points
Consistant with (my) previous notes. Lots of character. great at the Italian restaurant.
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10/22/2006 - grapist wrote: 89 Points
Fading from the pleasure of earlier bottles, this still is a most pleasant quaff. I think it's a great US answer to Chianti. Softer, richer,lacking the distinct edge of pure Sangiovese. Also a good bargain.
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4/2/2004 - JeffJo wrote: 82 Points
Okay, I was a bit hard on the wine last time. Still not great, but it has come together and is on it's downward slide. Slightly musky nose with little fruit. Mouthfeel has improved, but lacks in fruit and has a slightly minty, metallic finish. Rim of the wine is amber with a white edge. Definitely doesn't live up to WS's rating.
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8/16/2002 - SadEdjo wrote:
slight smokey bacon & strawberry. smooth finish.
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