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83
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
New listing. Cool northern Italy would seem ideal for pinot. This version catches some pinot cran-cherry fruit but the leathery, nutty complexity is all Italy. Light and lively, almost a touch spritzy, with tart acidity and dry tannin.
- Price:
- $14.95
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Venetia
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