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1999 Banfi Brunello di Montalcino
| Vineyard: | Castello Banfi |
| Price: | $29.99- $49.99 |
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| Varietal: | Sangiovese |
| Style: | Red Wine |
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Castello Banfi's newest Super Tuscan cuveé, Cum Laude - Latin for "with honors" - combines 25% of a Banfi clonal selection of the region's historic Brunello grape, with 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 15% Syrah. Each wine is individually vinified and aged 14 months in French oak barrique to develop its unique style, then masterfully interwoven with the others to achieve an elegant bouquet and full, round flavor
Cum Laude is characterized by a rich color and soft, ripe fruit flavors. The w...
Expert Reviews
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Wine.comCastello Banfi's newest Super Tuscan cuvee, Cum Laude - Latin for with honors - combines 25% of a Banfi clonal selection of the region's historic Brunello grape, with 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 15% Syrah. Each wine is individually vinified and aged 14 months in French oak barrique to develop its unique style, then masterfully interwoven with the others to achieve an elegant bouquet and full, round flavorCum Laude is characterized by a rich color and soft, ripe fruit flavors. The wine ...
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Wine EnthusiastRating: 87/100 - As reviewed by Wine Enthusiast
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Wine SpectatorRating: 87/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator
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Wine News
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Vintage ChartRating for Italy-Tuscany: 94 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>
