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Prunotto 2001 Barolo - Nebbiolo Red Wine

Nov 24th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Medium red. Primary aromas of cassis, mint, flowers and licorice. Dense, chewy and structured, with a strong impression of extract. A plump, sweet, nicely balanced Barolo that finishes firmly tannic, with good cut and grip. International Wine CellarRuby red with orange reflections. [...]

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Prunotto 2003 Barolo - Nebbiolo Red Wine

Oct 19th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Ruby red with orange reflections. Full on the nose with hints of raspberry, cedar, cassis, mint, dry roses and violets. With age, truffle and tar notes will enrich the bouquet. Prunotto’s Barolo is dry, full bodied and elegant with an ideal balance of fruit, body, acidity and [...]

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Giacosa 2001 Barolo Falletto - Nebbiolo Red Wine

Oct 11th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Giacosa from Piedmont, Italy. The 2001 Barolo Falletto displays a more deeply colored, rich translucent ruby color. It opens with a sweet, balsamic nose of spices, oak, and minerals, and is packed with layers of deep, dark fruit that gradually open to reveal themselves on a big, strapping frame, with outstanding [...]

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Coppo 2004 L’Avvocata Barbera dAsti DOC - Red Wine

Oct 6th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Coppo from Piedmont, Italy. Ruby red in color with an intense perfume of ripened fruit. On the palate the wine is savory, full-bodied and harmonic with a spicy finish. Recommended with flavorful first courses and meats prepared with wine sauces.
 

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Gaja 2001 Costa Russi - Nebbiolo Red Wine

Sep 2nd, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Gaja from Piedmont, Italy. Aged 12 months in barriques; plus an additional year in large oak casks. Of all Gaja single-vineyard wines, Costa Russi often shows the most captivating and refined nose. Elegance and crystal purity characterize this extremely complex and densely woven wine with an aging potential of decades.
 

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Ceretto 2003 Zonchera Barolo - Nebbiolo Red Wine

Sep 1st, 2010 by admin | 1

Red Wine by Ceretto from Piedmont, Italy. This is a soft, smooth, round Barolo. With its moderate tannins, its alcohol and acidity are generally well-balanced. Extraordinarily easy to drink just a few months after bottling, in outstanding vintages it can also be cellared for considerably longer than 10 years.
 

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Marchesi di Barolo 2006 Dolcetto d’Alba - Red Wine

Aug 28th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Marchesi di Barolo from Piedmont, Italy. Color: Deep purple with violet reflections Bouquet: Fresh and youthful with floral scents Taste: Youthful, full of seductive fruit, and well-balanced, with a pleasing hint of almond on the finish. Serving suggestions: Perfect with appetizers, cheeses, salmon, tuna or [...]

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Principessa Gavia 2006 Gavi - Italian White Wine

Aug 8th, 2010 by admin | 0

White Wine by Principessa Gavia from Piedmont, Italy. Considered the premier dry white wine of Italy, Principessa Gavi compares favorably with the world’s noble wines. Superlative with a distinct personality, Principessa is fruity, fresh and crisp with a gentle acidity and balanced finish. An ideal accompaniment to all shellfish, it also marries [...]

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Cabutto 2004 Barbera d’Alba - Red Wine

Jul 18th, 2010 by admin | 0

Red Wine by Cabutto from Piedmont, Italy. This magnificent wine has truly earned the coveted title of Superiore. Crafted from only the very best Barbera grapes and pressed in low bins, it was attentively vinified from beginning to end. After soaking in the skins for an additional two weeks, the juice was aged for [...]

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Banfi 2007 Rosa Regale Brachetto - Champagne & Sparkling

Jun 28th, 2010 by admin | 1

Non-Vintage by Banfi from Piedmont, Italy. Rosa Regale is a unique red sparkling wine. Aromatic with a hint of rose petals and raspberries, Rosa Regale is delightfully vivacious and festive. Its charms extend across a palette of occasions and food pairings, from savory to sweet. On its own, Rosa Regale is [...]

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