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Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good
85 to 89 very good
90 to 94 excellent
95 to 100 outstanding
Grillo is the mainstay grape of marsala, Sicily’s almost extinct fortified wine. Catarratto brings grounding acidity to grillo’s exoticism. Bright yellow-gold colour and a touch of butterscotch hint at oak aging, but the blooming nose of evergreen, lavender and pineapple is a welcome surprise. Quite full bodied, with great acidity and warmth drying the finish. Excellent length. www.rogcowines.com.
- Price:
- $18.35
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Grillo
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Sicily
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