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88
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
This wine blends local garganega (the soave grape), with chardonnay and trebbiano. Soft, waxy aromas of peach, almond and grapefruit. It is lighter than the 2005 was, with a lively, lemony, nutty feel, and almost a touch of spritz. Very good acid grip and length. Vintages Essentials.
- Price:
- $15.95
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Venetia
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