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85
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
Based on local varieties, including grechetto, in the green heart of Italy south of Tuscany. Gentle peach-apricot, honey and almond aromas with a touch of flinty sulphur that should dissipate. Light weight, gentle yet lively, with a clover and honey finish. Good length.
- Price:
- $11.15
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- N/A
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Umbria
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