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86
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
Young and lean; not a lot of charm yet. Sixty per cent sangiovese blended with cabernet and merlot. Reserved, nutty, chocolate and ripe cherry–berry fruit. Quite dense, firm and tannic. Excellent length. Enjoy 2009 to 2011. Vintages Essential. LCBO 947440
- Price:
- $16.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Tuscany
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