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92
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
From the new coastal region near Bolgheri (home of famous Sassicaia and Ornellaia), this bottling sports Napa ripeness, softness and opulence, yet a fine, mineral, Tuscan finish, with excellent length. Deep, luminous ruby colour of youth; will age graciously for 10 years, maybe longer. VinVino Wine Merchants, 416-636-3534.
- Price:
- $44.65
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Sangiovese
- Vintage:
- 2003
- Region:
- Val Di Cornia Suvereto
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