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Montresor Capitel della Crosara Valpolicella Ripasso 2005
Veneto, ItalySpicy, floral, rosemary, resin nose with black cherry, rooty, perfumed incense, tobacco and chocolate notes. Very aromatic. Ripe, round, elegant and supple with light, grainy tannins and good concentration. Juicy black cherry, licorice, peppery, tobacco, plum, spicy garrigue and rose incense flavours with bit of chocolate and coffee. Good intensity with a slightly chewy finish. Drink now but will improve over the next 1-3 years.Tasted: 26 February 2008Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:BC | $24.99 | 750ml | specialty listing |
Blend: Corvina - Rondinella - MolinaraCSPC: 327791UPC: 8003503000616