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Marchesi de' Frescobaldi

Marchesi de' Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo

Sangiovese Grosso · Brunello di Montalcino, Italy

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4reviews
89median pts
$77median price
This hearty Brunello smells oddly unripe and slightly green with aromas of crushed peppercorn, eucalyptus, cola and coffee. The mouthfeel is bold and slightly bitter with plush berry flavors and raw tannins. || Tight as nails on the nose before it explodes on the palate in a cacophony of cherry, cassis, black plum, tobacco and chocolate. It's like the best cigar and a great red wine rolled into one. Yes, the tannins are hammering and yes, the acidity is forward. But that only means this brilliant Brunello should ag…

Source: Wine Enthusiast

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