Tasting Notes

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Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 Jul 12
Good full, deep red. Musky red berries, minerals and mocha on the nose, lifted by a floral topnote. Densely packed and almost viscous in texture yet magically weightless, with superb intensity and lift to the red fruit, crushed stone and mineral flavors. Offers an uncanny combination of voluptuous texture, inner-mouth perfume and energy. Finishes saline, tactile, very long and aromatic, with powerful but suave and fully ripe tannins and the spectacular fruit of 2007 at its best. With its buns of steel, this reminded me of a 2006.
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Tuscany Vineyard Fine Wine

Tuscany

Tuscany, a renowned wine region in central Italy, is famous for its high-quality Sangiovese-based wines. Key styles include Chianti, with vibrant acidity and red fruit flavours; Chianti Classico, known for greater depth; and Brunello di Montalcino, prized for its rich, full-bodied character and ageing potential. Tuscany also produces prestigious Super Tuscan wines that blend Sangiovese with international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon. Top producers are Antinori, for Tignanello; Castello di Ama, for Chianti Classico; and Biondi-Santi, for Brunello.