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Ruffino Greppone Mazzi Brunello Di Montalcino 2006

Ruffino Greppone Mazzi Brunello Di Montalcino 2006
Ruffino Greppone Mazzi Brunello Di Montalcino 2006

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy



Community Score: 4.6/5
Community Reviews: 10
 
Price: $52.75
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Alcohol: 13.5%
 

Drink: 2014-2020

Bottle size: 750 ml
Winery: Ruffino

Matt Steeves rated this wine as 92/100 with the following review:

Ruffino's Greppone Mazzi Brunello di Montalcino, is a great example of a fine Brunello that after nearly a decade it's just starting to blossom into its drinking window. Deep ruby red, with notes of plums, cherries, blackcurrant, cedar and sweet tobacco. Full-bodied and full of life, this youthful and bold Brunello has great structure that will allow it to withstand and further benefit from another decade of ageing. For those that can't wait, decant for an hour and enjoy with roast leg of lamb with rosemary, Tuscan-style steak, Tuscan sausages and beans or pappardelle with wild boar (Cinghiale) or hare (Lepre). Drink 2015-2025. Tasted October 2015. 92 points. Matt Steeves - www.quercusvino.ca
 

  


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