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Super-ripe red cherries, plums, cloves, licorice and mint wrap around the palate ... A flashy, voluptuous wine, the 2009 reflects the overt, flashy style of the year in spades.
Impressive... overtness of the year is nicely balanced by the inherent freshness and acidity of Sangiovese. Hints of tobacco, cedar, licorice and spices are layered into the insistent finish. This is a terrific showing.
A dense, almost chunky red, sporting cherry, leather, soy and earth notes. Though firm, with dusty tannins, there's ample fruit for balance. Fresh finish.