1999 Vignalta Colli Euganei Gemola

Community Tasting Notes (7) Avg Score: 91.6 points

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  3/6/2020 - Oenecnist wrote:

  Bought a 6-pack for $100 about 15 years ago from a small IL chain of beverage shops so about 17/b; this is #3. Decanted with heavy sediment for its age. Dark purple, no amber edge; after initial off-odor, developed rich red fruit nose, hint of oak; rich mature cassis, plum, some oak, very good mouthfeel; good persistence. Delicious, remarkably good for a relatively modest 20-year old. Stored horizontally in a cool, dark basement since purchase. My evaluation: For me, scores on a "100-point scale" are misleading. I use a 4-category scale (perhaps with +/-)--not including flawed--which runs outstanding/notable/drinkable/poor. This is outstanding- when considering quality, age, and price.

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  9/9/2016 - cdp1276 Likes this wine: 93 Points

  Interesting find in Napa. Enjoyed with pasta and meatballs at Redd Wood. Opened up nicely with very balanced acidity and notes of cassis and spiced plum.

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  11/4/2012 - yofog wrote: 93 Points

  A little younger (obviously) than the 97, and more forceful and less evolved. I'd buy more of this one if I were buying a little of each.

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  11/30/2008 - 1800kidney wrote: 90 Points

  Similar to last note, surprised that this hasn't progressed much along the aging curve, check back in 3 years..extend the tasting window

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  9/16/2006 - SteveHyde wrote:

  Still very primary in appearance and taste. Dark rich ruby purple to the core, with a nose that is mostly merlot--bitter chocolate, blueberry, balsamic--and much less of the Cab. But the depth of the grip, the fine tanins, and the long finish with a hint of eucalyptus are proof that the Cab is holding its own.
  
  Very nice stuff. A Bordeaux blend that won't appeal to traditionalists, but then, maybe that'll keep the price of this stuff in line!

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