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15¾/20
Illuminati Riparosso Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2013
Abruzzo, ItalyA gentle nose, with medicinal herbs, a whiff of mint and subtle red currant notes. The medium bodied palate expresses more, with morello cherry compote, red and black liquorice and bittersweet cocoa dusted tannins that finish with a grip and finely rasped nutmeg. The wine is aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for six months, yielding a well played balance between gentle wood and fruit. Acidity is moderate, working well to lift the montepulciano through the finish and towards a pairing with quail or chicken thighs.Tasted: 11 July 2015Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $17.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
Grape: MontepulcianoCSPC: 328997UPC: 8000268750213
