2006 La Spinetta Il Nero di Casanova Toscana IGT
Vineyard: La Spinetta
Price: $14.98- $19.99
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Varietal:
Style: Red
Region: Italy > Tuscany
Other Vintages: 2005
Drink By: 2015
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
"Sangiovese and Colorino make up the Il Nero di Casanova blend. The name means 'the black one' and refers not only to the deep dark color of the wine, but also to how old-timers in Tuscany call their red wine. The wine is brooding in color, with bing cherry that comes through on the nose and palate. Chewy, ripe, rich and beautifully balanced, it has tremendous texture and a very long finish. A superb vintage for Tuscany - classic with tons of fruit and the perfect balance of tannic structure and ...
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  • WineLibrary TV
    -Gary Vaynerchuk, Winelibrary TV
  • Wine & Spirits
    Sangiovese and Colorino make up the blend. The name means "the black one" and refers not only to the deep, dark color of the wine, but also to what old-timers in Tuscany call their red wine. Brooding in color, with bing cherry that comes through on the nose and palate. Chewy, ripe, rich and beautifully balanced, it has tremendous texture and a very long finish. A superb, classic vintage for Tuscany, with tons of fruit and the perfect balance of acidity and tannic structure.
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 96 (excellent)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>
User Tasting Note
  • sledder
    earthy